Module 5 Flashcards
Enumerate the different Speech Styles
Intimate, Casual, Formal, Frozen
Used when you are close to the person and know them very well because you communicate in a daily basis. Private language may also exist due to close ties.
Intimate Style
The receiver is usually a member of the same subculture you have, same age bracket because of the establishment of the common way of speaking, words and phrases, as well as non-verbal communication
Casual Style
Types of Casual Style
Slang, Jargon, Contractions
Primarily used by younger people to set themselves of their group apart from the others, to gain popularity, or to creatively communicate informally.
Slang
Words or phrases that are used in a specific setting, profession or trade, and might not be understood by people out of the settings or of different industries.
Jargon
Shorthand version of a word created by removing letters and sounds. Not to be mistaken with abbreviations or acronyms.
Contractions
Used in rural parts of the Country
Country Slang
Used by those who are in the city
Urban Slang
Used by members of the LGBTQI community, as well as anyone interested.
Gay slang
Used by almost everybody
Common slang
It does not encourage feedback, and it also doesn’t have considerable social significance. The main function of this style is to impart information.
Formal Style
Most formal of all styles. Also called fixed speech because the language does not change in time. It is used during formal ceremonies or traditions, delivery of prose or poetry.
Frozen
