Definition
An illocutionary point is the basic purpose of a speaker in making an utterance.
It is a component of illocutionary force.
Discussion
According to certain analyses, there are five kinds of illocutionary points:
- To assert something
- To commit to doing something
- To attempt to get someone to do something
- To bring about a state of affairs by the utterance
- To express an attitude or emotion
Kinds
More specific concepts within illocutionary point.
Sources 1
- Searle and Vanderveken 1985, 13–15