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This document summarizes the research of R. Brown and A. Gilman on pronouns used to show power and solidarity across different languages. It discusses how languages have developed two singular pronouns - one for familiar address (T) and one for polite distance (V). Historically, the V form was used to address those in positions of power like emperors and has expanded to relationships with power differences like parents to children. The research is based on questionnaires and historical documents analyzing p

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Ken Mayers

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