Pragmatic Functions of the Discourse Marker “And” in Croatian EFL Teacher Talk
Discourse markers (DMs) play a critical role in facilitating understanding for English as a foreign language (EFL) learners and helping them navigate the complex communicative environment of the classroom (Walsh 2013). They contribute to the coherence and flow of spoken discourse, aiding both comprehension and interaction. In addition to aiding in the structuring of discourse, …
