Formal or Informal? - How to Adapt your Register

Students sometimes struggle with the difference between formal and informal language.

In this video, I am going to discuss the concept of register. I will define register and explore its importance in different scenarios along with giving examples of formal and informal language. The key question:

Is your language APPROPRIATE? That means does it fit the social situation you're in?

Register refers to the level of formality in a language that is used according to the situation or the audience. The vocabulary, the use of short forms, the level of politeness and the sentence structure of the language all vary according to the register.

Formal register is used in professional settings or in more serious situations, while informal register is used among friends or in casual conversations.

With the use of various scenarios, you'll learn how to identify what register you should be using. In the end, you'll have a clear understanding of the importance of using the right register according to the context and the audience. This video will help you communicate effectively in various situations and avoid any misunderstandings that might arise due to using the wrong register.

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