LANGUAGE

5 REGISTER

These are the five main types of language

register used in English. For more
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Language that is "frozen" in

Static or time and form. It does not
Frozen
Register change and is often
learned by rote. Examples: 
Biblical verse, prayers, the

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Pledge of Allegiance

Often used in writing,

impersonal and
Formal
register professional. Avoids slang
and speaks in complete
sentences. Examples:

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Academic, medical or
technical language.
Similar to formal register
Consultative but used more in
Register conversation. This language
is precise and often
technical. Examples:

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Conversing with a doctor or
other expert.
Informal language that
Casual may include slang and
register colloquialisms. Words are
general, rather than
technical. Examples:

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Language used between
friends.

Language used between

Intimate lovers. Also used in cases
register
of sexual harassment.
Avoid using this register in
public and professional
situations. 

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