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Gender Speech Styles among the Malagasy Anth 4 / Waters

Gender Speech Styles among the Malagasy Anth 4 / Waters. Malagasy : the Primary Ethnic Group and National Language of Madagascar. Two types of speaking styles exist: 1) Resaka : daily, informal speech (men & women)

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Gender Speech Styles among the Malagasy Anth 4 / Waters

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  1. Gender Speech Styles among the Malagasy Anth 4 / Waters

  2. Malagasy: the Primary Ethnic Group and National Language of Madagascar • Two types of speaking styles exist: 1) Resaka: daily, informal speech (men & women) 2) Kabary: used in religious rituals and formal activities (men only) • Both (generally) reflect norms & values emphasizing non-confrontational, non-argumentative behavior • Commands include passive, rather than active, voice

  3. Gender-specific Speaking Styles • Kabary is used in male competitions to criticize others (indirectly) and gain social prestige • Women are excluded from kabary displays but have freedom to violate norms of non-confrontation using resaka • Wives make public accusations and criticisms on behalf of husbands (who remain silent and aloof) • Women’s style: direct, open, confrontationalMen’s style: indirect, subtle, non-confrontational

  4. Different Speaking Styles Reflect Differences in Status • Women dominate situations where directness is necessary, men dominate where indirectness is desirable • Men: everyday speech follows norms and use of kabary is viewed as prestigious, and associated with learning, skill and artistry • Women: achieve important goals with their speech style (e.g. settling disputes), but don’t receive prestige by either gender

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