格赖斯的意义理论阐述了非自然意义的概念,并将说话人意图引入话语分析。运用该理论分析戏剧《奥赛罗》中伊阿古的话语,可以发现,其话语策略主要表现为对非自然意义的娴熟操纵。为达到报复目的,他刻意遮掩话语意图、传达虚假意图,并以旁证置换实证,最终使奥赛罗陷入圈套。意义理论对于戏剧话语分析具有积极的指导作用,有助于深入考察戏剧人物的话语策略。
Grice' s theory of meaning offers a clear conceptualization of unnatural meaning and incorporates intention into discourse analysis. An analysis of Othello based on the theory discloses that Iago' s discourse strategy depends on his adept manipulation of unnatural meaning. To pursue his goal of vengeance, he entraps Othello by means of con- cealing his discourse intention, transmitting false intention and substituting circumstantial evidence for primary one. This analysis illustrates the significance of Grice' s theory of meaning in dramatic discourse study, particularly in the exploration of characters' motivation and discourse strategy.