The Application of Hedges in EFL Class

Hedges, as a common linguistic phenomenon, are used in daily communication to make sure that the communication can move on smoothly and to attain specific goals by speakers. If the hedges are used properly in class, they could make talks between teacher and students become more polite, flexible and effective and facilitate effective teaching and learning. Based on the writer's past experience, this paper intends to analyze the specific application and pragmatic functions of hedges used by both teacher and students in EFL class.