Distinction between
SPOKEN and WRITTEN
Language
SPOKEN
Relies on sound
Often involves the use of colloquial
expressions, slang terms, and regional
dialects
Involves speaking and listening skills
Tends to be full of repetitions,
incomplete sentences, corrections and
interruptions, with the exception of
formal speeches and other scripted
forms of speech
More informal and simple
Speech is usually transient, unless
recorded.
Shorter thought units that are easy to
follow
WRITTEN
Promotes communication across space and time
Writing is more permanent and less easily changed.
Written language requires writing and reading skills.
Can be read repeatedly and closely analyzed
Has greater power in the law
Written language requires punctuation.
More polished
Tends to be more complex and intricate than speech with longer
sentences and many subordinate clauses.
Formal tone and infrequent use of colloquialism
About me
Nicole Louise A. Villanas
I-BMA
BS in Management Accounting