Semantics

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What is “Semantics”

Logical and lexical (word) of text, and considers words, phrases, sentences and texts as a whole.

What are the two elements of Semantics?

Semantic domain, inference

What is a semantic domain?

Words that have related meanings, and have lexical relationships with one another. (eg. snowstorm, blizzard, flurry - snow)

What is an inference?

Relying on cultural and social understanding or even prior knowledge of the text to understand the text better.

What can an inference be based on?

Attitudes, feelings, prior knowledge of the situation, social and cultural understanding