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Abstract
Deixis is a core concept in pragmatics that explains how meaning in discourse is shaped by contextual factors. Deictic expressions derive their meaning from the situation of utterance, including the speaker, the addressee, time, place and the surrounding discourse. This article examines the role of deixis in the construction of meaning in discourse, focusing on its theoretical foundations, major types and communicative functions. The study argues that deixis is essential for interpreting spoken and written discourse, as it links linguistic forms to context and enables coherent interaction. Understanding deixis provides deeper insight into how meaning is negotiated and interpreted in real communicative situations.
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