Abstract:This research focuses on the use of small talk in communication among the Arabs. The main objective of this study is to identify forms of small talk used by the Arabs. Small talk can be defined as dialogue or informal conversation that does not cover certain topics of conversation that need to be addressed. Small talk is a polite conversation that is considered unimportant. To date, forms of Arabic small talk in communication are yet to be understood clearly and scientifically as there is unsufficient research… Show more
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