Vocabulary: Slang, Informal & Colloquial English (C1) - Lesson 2: The Art of Code-Switching

Lesson 2: The Art of Code-Switching Adapting Your English to the Situation One of the clearest signs of an advanced language user is the ability to change their style of speaking to match the social situation. This skill is called code-switching . It's about effortlessly moving between different registers of English—from formal and academic to informal and slang—to build rapport , show respect, and communicate effectively. Mastering this "art" is key to navigating the English-speaking world with confidence. Key Vocabulary Code-switching (noun) | ការផ្លាស់ប្តូររបៀបនិយាយ The practice of alternating between two or more languages or varieties of language (registers) in conversation. Register (noun) | កម្រិតភាសា The level of formality in language, from informal to formal, used in a particular social setting. Rapport (noun) | ទំនាក់ទំនងល្អ A close and harmonious relationship in which the people or groups concerned understand each other's feelings or ideas and communicate well. Why and Wh…