Research Article

Unpacking Cultural and Linguistic Refusal Strategies in Jordanian EFL Discourse: A Conceptual Paper

Authors

  • Mouad Mohammed Al-Natour Department of English Language and Literature, Jerash University, Jordan
  • Areej Mohammad Mahmoud Al-Hawamdeh Department of English Language and Literature, Jerash University, Jordan
  • Salaam M. Alhawamdeh Department of English Language and Literature, Jerash University, Jordan
  • Natheer Mohammad Alomari Ministry of Education, Jordan
  • Haitham M.K AlYousef Department of English Language and Literature, Jerash University, Jordan

Abstract

Refusal strategies are ubiquitous linguistic tools employed in everyday communication. Understanding the application of these strategies is crucial for interpreting the reactions of those receiving the refusals. This study investigates the diverse refusal strategies Jordanian students utilize to explore the cultural and linguistic factors influencing their choices. Data will be collected through interviews and observations and analyzed using Beebe et al.’s (1990) framework. The anticipated results include the identification of the significant influence of linguistic and cultural factors on the forms of refusal strategies employed by the students. The study also expects to identify direct and indirect refusal strategies. Ultimately, this research will provide a foundation for future investigations into the syntactic and morphological processes underlying Jordanian students' construction of refusal strategies in their interactions. A deeper understanding of these processes will contribute to a more nuanced comprehension of pragmatic communication within this cultural context.

Article information

Journal

Journal of Gender, Culture and Society

Volume (Issue)

5 (1)

Pages

12-19

Published

2025-04-11

How to Cite

Al-Natour, M. M., Areej Mohammad Mahmoud Al-Hawamdeh, Salaam M. Alhawamdeh, Natheer Mohammad Alomari, & Haitham M.K AlYousef. (2025). Unpacking Cultural and Linguistic Refusal Strategies in Jordanian EFL Discourse: A Conceptual Paper. Journal of Gender, Culture and Society, 5(1), 12-19. https://doi.org/10.32996/jgcs.2025.5.1.2

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Keywords:

Refusal strategies, Jordan, EFL Students, Cultural Influences, Linguistic Factors