Definitions
- When you mention or talk about something or someone without specifically indicating it. - When you direct someone's attention to a source of information or a person who can help them. - When you use a word or phrase to describe or identify something or someone.
- When you indicate the direction or location of something by extending your finger or an object towards it. - When you draw attention to something specific by physically directing someone's gaze or attention towards it. - When you make a statement or argument that supports a particular idea or conclusion.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve directing attention towards something.
- 2Both are forms of communication.
- 3Both can be used to clarify or emphasize a particular idea or concept.
- 4Both can be used to provide additional information or context.
What is the difference?
- 1Action: Referring involves mentioning or talking about something, while pointing involves physically indicating or directing attention towards something.
- 2Method: Referring is usually done through language, while pointing is usually done through physical gestures or objects.
- 3Focus: Referring emphasizes the subject being talked about, while pointing emphasizes the object being indicated.
- 4Context: Referring is often used in academic or professional settings, while pointing is more commonly used in everyday conversation.
- 5Connotation: Referring is neutral in tone, while pointing can sometimes have negative connotations, such as when used to criticize or blame someone.
Remember this!
Referring and pointing are both forms of communication that involve directing attention towards something. However, the difference between referring and pointing is their method and focus. Referring is usually done through language and emphasizes the subject being talked about, while pointing is usually done through physical gestures or objects and emphasizes the object being indicated.
