Register: formal & informal in context— C1 Grammar Exercises
Exercise 1 — Gap Fill Select
In a business email, it is more to use 'Dear Sir or Madam' rather than 'Hey there'.
When speaking with close friends, it is common to use language like contractions and idioms.
In academic writing, it is to avoid slang and use precise vocabulary.
Using phrases like 'What's up?' is considered in a professional setting.
Emails to colleagues can be less formal, but it’s still important to maintain a tone.
In informal conversations, it is common to use expressions like 'gonna' or 'wanna'.
When writing a formal report, avoid using language such as 'kids' instead of 'children'.
In casual texts, it’s acceptable to use like emojis and abbreviations.
Using overly complex vocabulary in a friendly chat may sound or unnatural.
In formal speeches, it is advisable to use phrases such as 'I would like to express' instead of 'I wanna say'.
