Linguistic Gender Differences. Examining Apologies of Social Media Figures

Focusing on the intersection of gender and politeness, this seminar paper examines how apologies function as speech acts. The author analyzes various apology videos from popular YouTubers in the U.K. and U.S. to uncover differences in apologetic behavior between genders. By exploring these contemporary digital interactions, the study sheds light on how societal norms and expectations shape communication styles among young audiences.