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= Honorifics (linguistics)
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Honorifics in linguistics refer to words or expressions that convey respect, politeness, or social status in communication. They can take various forms, including titles, pronouns, verb forms, and other lexical items. Honorifics serve to indicate the relationship between the speaker and the listener, as well as the relative status or social hierarchy between them.