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phatic communication

/ˈfætɪk kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən/

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/ˈfætɪk kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən/C1formal
  • ruТип вербальной или невербальной коммуникации, который выполняет социальную функцию, такую как установление или поддержание отношений, а не передача фактической информации. Примеры включают приветствия, светскую беседу и комментарии о погоде.

A type of verbal or non-verbal communication that serves a social function, such as establishing or maintaining relationships, rather than conveying factual information. Examples include greetings, small talk, and comments about the weather.

  1. Social interaction speechC1formal

    Communication that serves a social function, such as establishing or maintaining relationships, rather than conveying information.

    ruФатическое общение

    • Small talk about the weather is a classic example of phatic communication.
    • Greetings like 'How are you?' are often phatic, not literal inquiries.
    • Phatic communication helps to create a friendly atmosphere in the workplace.