Logic in linguistics: semiotic square and pragmatic intentional states

Some linguistic theories are filled with logical terms and operators. As examples we chose two areas – Semiotics and Pragmatics – and one subject in each of them: the semiotic square and the intentional states. Although unfamiliarity of logic operations does not affect the general understanding of t...

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Published inCadernos de Letras da UFF Vol. 23; no. 46
Main Author Daniel Felix Costa Jr
Format Journal Article
LanguagePortuguese
Published Universidade Federal Fluminense 01.07.2013
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Summary:Some linguistic theories are filled with logical terms and operators. As examples we chose two areas – Semiotics and Pragmatics – and one subject in each of them: the semiotic square and the intentional states. Although unfamiliarity of logic operations does not affect the general understanding of the subject, it complicates the understanding of the treatment that is given to the terms.
ISSN:1413-053X
2447-4207