puheaktipuheaktio

Puheaktipuheaktio, also known as "speech-act theory" or "illocutionary act theory," is a linguistic theory that focuses on the function of utterances in communication. It was developed by philosopher J.L. Austin in the mid-20th century. The theory posits that language is not merely a means of conveying information, but also a means of performing actions. These actions, known as illocutionary acts, can include making statements, giving commands, making requests, and expressing promises, among others. For example, saying "I promise to help you" is not just a statement about a future action, but an action in itself - a promise. The theory also distinguishes between locutionary acts (the act of saying something), illocutionary acts (the act performed by saying something), and perlocutionary acts (the effect of the illocutionary act on the listener). Puheaktipuheaktio has been influential in fields such as linguistics, philosophy, and pragmatics, providing a framework for understanding the diverse functions of language.