DiPVaC RESEARCH NETWORK

Discourse-Pragmatic Variation & Change (DiPVaC) is a research network for scholars investigating variation and change in what are broadly termed ‘discourse-pragmatic features’: this includes (but is not limited to) research on: discourse markers or pragmatic particles whose primary functions are interpersonal and textual (e.g. well, like, you know, comme, alors, doch, zwar, diciamo, dakedo); tag questions; silence; filled pauses; adjectives; adverbs; and general extenders. The network provides a platform for the dissemination and discussion of new research findings, the formation of new research collaborations, and the promotion of the field within and beyond linguistics.  

​This site contains useful information about the DiPVaC conference series and related activities; a list of scholars associated with the network, including the current members of the steering committee; a link to the DiPVaC mailing list; our contact details.