Speech Styles Flashcards
What is a SPEECH STYLE?
form of language characterized by the degree of familiarity/intimacy between communicators
What are the types of speech styles?
- frozen
- formal
- casual
- intimate
- consultative
What is the frozen style also known as?
fixed style
What is the highest form of communicative style?
frozen
What style requires very particular grammar?
frozen
What is the FROZEN style used for?
- respectful situations
- formal ceremonies
Describe the frozen style
- one-way
- no feedback
What’s an example of the frozen style?
prayer
When does one use the FORMAL style?
when participants have the least amount of shared background
Describe the formal style
- mostly one-way
- little to no feedback
What’s the difference between the formal and frozen style?
formal can change
Provide examples for the formal style
- SONA
- graduation speech
What is the casual style also known as?
informal style
Who do you use the casual style with?
- friends
- family
- insiders
Describe the CASUAL style
- uses slang
- encourages responses
- free and easy participation between the listener and speaker
When do you use the INTIMATE style?
in intimate and close relationships
What does the intimate style include?
words that only the participants understand
Provide examples of words used in the intimate style
- nicknames
- inside jokes
What do you use the CONSULTATIVE style for?
seeking advice
Why is consultative the most operational style?
both parties are encouraged to speak
Where is the consultative style used?
- negotiation with stranger/colleagues
- small group discussions
- schools
- companies
Is consultative formal or informal?
formal/semi-formal
Give an example of consultative communication
- consulting a doctor
- asking a teacher
Who identified the types of speech styles?
Martin Joos, 1962
