The use of power is all around us, noticed or not. Power in discourse analysis is a means to an end. The conclusion is the stronger one between the two sides of the argument. Power in discourse analysis is the use of language in a discourse that allows the person who gains knowledge and high status in the discourse to take control of the discourse thus having superior power. In the following paragraphs I will discuss the nature of power discussed in discourse analysis, attempts made to define "power" in social research, and discuss different types of power. First, the nature of power discussed in discourse analysis is related to the nature of language. . The use of language in life is accompanied by the use of its power. Different conditions vary the power and language. Linguistic functions change and maintain the power relationship. How to negotiate, resist, or change that relationship is a case study in itself. Whenever power is an issue, there are two sides. These parties never reach an equal position. There is a reason we say what we speak or write; there is always a reason behind the spoken or written text. People must be aware of language use and never underestimate the condition of language use. “When discussing categories of definitions for discourse and discourse analysis, the author is careful to distinguish between formal and functional approaches to the topic” (Stoehr 53-54) since language is essential for choosing appropriate linguistic rules. Every person at some point is the dominant side and at another point is the weak link. Therefore, being aware of the power of language and how its use can achieve one's goal is essential to resisting and changing the domination of others. Linguistics has no relation to the power of language, it only studies language... middle of paper... Fairclough, Norman. Language and power. England: Pearson Education Limited, 2001Stoehr, Louise E. “Perspectives on Discourse Analysis: Theory and Practice.” ebscohost.com. 20100825. Literary Reference Center. December 20, 2011.VAN DIJK, TEUN A. “18 Critical Discourse Analysis.” discourses.org. Teun A. van Dijk website. December 20, 2011.Zanón, Noa Talaván. “Perspectives on Discourse Analysis: Theory and Practice.” ebscohost.com. 20110713. Literary Reference Center. December 20th 2011.