Listening: Advanced Pragmatic & Discourse Understanding C1 - Lesson 2: Understanding Implied Meaning, Irony, Humor, and Sarcasm in Highly Nuanced Speech

C1 Listening: Understanding Implied Meaning CEFR Level C1 Lesson Goals This lesson explores the advanced skill of interpreting implied meaning . You will learn to analyze tone of voice and context to understand highly nuanced communication, including sarcasm , irony , and understatement . Listening Between the Lines At an advanced level, what is said is often less important than what is meant . Sarcasm, irony, and humor rely on the listener's ability to detect a contrast between the literal words and the speaker's true intention. The biggest clue is almost always the tone of voice. 1. Sarcasm Sarcasm is saying the opposite of what you mean, typically to be funny or to criticize. It is a powerful social tool that relies heavily on delivery. Scenario: You have been waiting for a friend for an hour in the heat, and they finally arrive. "Oh, no problem at all. I just love standing here by myself for an hour." Key Clue: Tone of Voice. The speaker's tone would likely be …