Bryan is careful to use complete sentences when he is speaking in class, but outside with his friends, he is likely to use one to two word utterances to communicate. Clearly, Bryan understands:

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Bryan's ability to adjust his language use based on the social context indicates an understanding of pragmatics, which involves the rules for appropriate and effective communication in different social situations.

Bryan Is Careful to Use Complete Sentences When He Is