1) Hedges: Phrases like 'sort of' and 'kind of'
2) Empty adjectives: 'divine', 'adorable', 'gorgeous'
3) Super polite forms: 'is it okay if?'
4) Apologize more ('I'm sorry, I think that')
5) Speak less frequently
6) Avoid course language or expletives
7) Tag questions: You don't mind if I eat this, do you?
8) Hyper correct grammar and pronunciation. Use of prestige grammar and clear articulation.
9) Indirect requests "i'm so thirsty" - really asking for a drink
10) speak in italics - use tone to emphasis certain words 'so' 'very' 'quite'
SHE BELIEVES THAT WOMEN'S LANGUAGE REFLECTS THEIR LACK OF STATUS
