Question

What is context?

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Answer 1

Context could be referred to as the circumstances or background from which something such as, an event, behaviour, beliefs or ideas emerge. This would mean that they could only be understood by others outside that context only if they view them from the context from which they occurred or emerged. One of the most important parameters of interpretation is context and if viewed outside that context things might look wrong, ambiguous or inappropriate but if it is viewed from that context things would be clearer. When people from multiple background come together and communicate, they need to examine the context within which people use certain words or phrases in order to avoid ambiguity and misunderstanding. This context may refer to a person, place, thing, culture, religion, socio-economic background etc. Thus, paying special attention to the context of the communication, events or even opinions would not only make more sense but also would help people maintain better relationship.

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