Referential
-communication of information
-might occur in causal conversations
Emotive
Expression of emotion via exclamation marks, emojis or words and phrases that convey feeling
Conative
-oriented towards the receiver of the message
-persuading
-requesting
-command
Phatic
-creating bonds
-could involve small talks, greetings or checking in with someone
Metalinguistic
Discussion of language itself
Poetic
Focuses on the aesthetic features of the text
Can be found in playful texts