English with miss Davies

• What are the key characteristics of formal language?


  • Precise vocabulary
  • Complex sentence structures
  • Objective tone
  • Absence of contractions and slang
• Why is formal language important in writing?


  It conveys professionalism, clarity, objectivity, and credibility.
• Which situation typically requires the most formal language?

  Writing a letter to the Prime Minister.
• What is a common characteristic of formal language regarding personal pronouns?


  Formal language often avoids personal pronouns like "I" and "you".
• What is an example of a formal word instead of "get"?


  Obtain.
• What are some common formal words and phrases used in formal language?


  • Instead of "get" → obtain, acquire, procure
  • Instead of "show" → demonstrate, illustrate, elucidate
  • Instead of "but" → however, nevertheless, conversely
  • Instead of "a lot" → numerous, substantial, considerable
  • Instead of "I think" → It is believed, It can be argued
• What are the purposes of using formal language in writing?

  1. Professionalism
  2. Clarity
  3. Objectivity
  4. Credibility
• How does formal language maintain an objective tone?


  By avoiding emotional or biased language.
• How would you convert the informal sentence "The company's new policy is pretty good, but it's got some problems" into formal language?


  While the corporation's recently implemented policy demonstrates several merits, it also presents certain challenges that warrant consideration.
• What is an example of a formal phrase instead of "a lot"?


  Numerous.
• How does formal language differ from informal language?


  Formal language follows strict rules and uses a serious tone, while informal language is casual and relaxed.
• What is the impact of using an objective tone in formal writing?


  It helps maintain impartiality and focuses on facts rather than emotions.