Anbar University Journal of Languages & Literature

Abstract

A misunderstanding could be defined as a failure to understand something due to the difference in opinions between two interlocutors. There is almost an intrinsic relationship between language comprehension and misunderstanding in which the message is implicitly decoded. However, language comprehension is not simply cognitive according to the fact that there is some interference between emotive acts and comprehension. Understanding the radiant nature of reality gives us insight into the nature of misunderstanding, and consequently, helps us to avoid many of the emotional and logical problems that may weaken our communication. Sender's choice of the certain stimulus increases or reduces or even makes it impossible to access the intended interpretation as there are different presuppositions.
Applying an eclectic model in net chatting is the prime aim of this study. In addition, it aims at examining the reasons behind misunderstanding whether being pragmatic, cultural, or psycholinguistic one and to what extent social variables and psycholinguistic process have an impact on them.