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Mamadou KONATÉ.

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This article investigates the politeness strategies employed by ordinary taxi drivers in Bouaké, Côte d’Ivoire, within the framework of sociolinguistic theory. Using a qualitative sociolinguistic approach, data were collected through semi-structured interviews, “discourse completion test” questionnaire, and participant observations. The study bases on Brown and Levinson’s politeness theory analyzes how social context influences verbal and non- verbal interactions between ordinary taxi drivers and passengers. Findings reveal a diverse range of politeness strategies impacted by social norms, hierarchy, age, gender and cultural values. This research contributes to understanding politeness in everyday professional discourse across Ivorian urban contexts, with a particular focus on ordinary taxi drivers in Bouaké.

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