Vocabulary: Slang, Informal & Colloquial English (B2) - Lesson 2: Choosing the Right Tone: Formal vs. Informal English
Lesson 2: Choosing the Right Tone Formal vs. Informal English Knowing many words is good, but choosing the right words is better. The tone of your language is its feeling or attitude (e.g., friendly, serious, respectful). The level of formality you use depends entirely on the situation and who you are talking to. Using a very informal tone in a formal situation can seem disrespectful. This lesson will help you compare your options so you can choose the perfect tone every time. Key Vocabulary Tone (noun) | សំនៀង The general character or attitude of a piece of writing or a way of speaking. Formality (noun) | ភាពផ្លូវការ The quality of being serious, official, and correct, not relaxed and friendly. Situation (noun) | ស្ថានភាព The set of conditions and events at a particular time and in a particular place. Formal vs. Informal: A Comparison Guide Let's look at some common tasks and see how the language changes depending on the formality of the situation. Function Informal (With Friends) Formal (Profess…