Pragmatics refers to knowledge about how language can be used and adjusted to fit different circumstances, such as using different tones as when speaking to a teacher versus a peer.

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Pragmatics is the study of how context influences the interpretation of meaning in language, including how language is used in different social situations and how speakers adjust their language and tone based on their audience and context.

Pragmatics Refers to Knowledge About How Language Can Be Used