Speech Styles Flashcards

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the distinct variations or forms of the language used for the same purpose by a particular situation or the form of language that the speaker uses. It is characterized by the degree of formality

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speech style

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importance of speech style

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Choosing the right speaking style gets the job done and creates effective communication. Effective communication is when the speaker gets the message across, and the audience responds accordingly. The right speaking style has the power to accord the audience respect.

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Speech Style

Formal rigid and static language, reliant on expertise;-Particular vocabulary, previously agreed upon, that rejects slang.

-Formal settings and important ceremonies.-Speaker to an audience without response.
- linear

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Frozen/Fixed Style

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Speech Style

-Formal language; -Particular, previously agreed upon vocabulary yet more allowing of slang, contractions, ellipses and qualifying modal adverbials;-Writing and speaking.
-Speaking and writing in formal and professional settings, to medium to large groups of people;-Speaking and writing to strangers, figures of authority, professionals and elders.

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Formal Style

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Speech Style

-Semi-formal vocabulary;-Unplanned and reliant on the listener’s responses;-May include slang, contractions, ellipses and qualifying modal adverbials
- Two-way communication and dialogue, between two or more people, without intimacy or acquaintanceship

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Consultative Style

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Speech Style

  • Casual, flexible and informal vocabulary;-Unplanned and without a particular order;-May include slang, contractions, ellipses and qualifying modal adverbials.
  • Relaxed and casual environments; -Two or more people with familiarity and a relatively close relationship.
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Casual Style

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Speech Style

Casual and relaxed vocabulary. -Incorporates nonverbal and personal language codes (terms of endearment, new expressions with shared meaning). -May include slang, contractions, ellipses and qualifying modal adverbials.
- Intimate settings, relaxed and casual environments; -Two or more people with an intimate bond.
- grammar is unnecessary

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Intimate Style

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Type of Speech Style

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Intimate, Casual, Consultative, Formal, Frozen

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