In Austin's (1962) terminology, the act of saying something represents the:
A) perlocutionary effect
B) felicity condition
C) locutionary act
D) illocutionary force

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In Austin's theory of speech acts, the locutionary act is the act of saying something, which includes its literal meaning and grammatical structure.

Answer: D
 Illocutionary force refers to the intended effect or meaning behind a speech act, such as making a request or giving an order.

In Austin's (1962) Terminology, the Act of Saying Something Represents