Grammar: 💡 Effective Word Choice & Style - Intermediate/Advanced (B2) - Lesson 1: Choosing Precise Vocabulary (Formal vs. Informal registers)

Vocabulary: Style & Register B2 Lesson 1: Choosing Precise Vocabulary What you will learn: By the end of this lesson, you will be able to distinguish between formal and informal vocabulary and choose the appropriate words for different situations. What is Register? 🤔 Think of register like choosing clothes. You wear different clothes to a wedding than you do when relaxing at home. Language works the same way. Informal Register: Used with friends and family. It's relaxed and friendly. Formal Register: Used in professional emails, academic essays, and official situations. It is more serious and polite. Formal vs. Informal Vocabulary A key part of choosing the right register is using the right words. Here are some common examples. Informal get Formal obtain / receive You must obtain a permit before starting. Informal need Formal require The position requires five years of experience. Informal ask for Formal request We would like to request a meeting. Informal help Formal assist Please let me know if I…