Diction

Diction
 Diction can be defined as style of speaking or writing, determined
by the choice of words by a speaker or a writer. Diction, or choice
of words, often separates good writing from bad writing.
 Proper diction, or proper choice of words, is important to get the
message across. On the other hand, the wrong choice of words can
easily divert listeners or readers, which results in misinterpretation
of the message intended to be conveyed.
Diction
 Dictionis a writer or speaker's word choice that helps
define the written or spoken word and express your style.
In English, there are many synonyms to choose from, but
each word has a slightly different meaning and evokes
different senses and emotions. Choosing the right words
for your purposes is an important part of becoming a
strong writer.
Types of Diction
 Formal diction – formal words are used in formal situations, such
as press conferences and presentations.
 Informal diction – uses informal words and conversation, such as
writing or talking to friends.
 Colloquial
diction – uses words common in everyday speech,
which may be different in different regions or communities.
 Slang diction – is the use of words that are newly coined, or even
impolite.
Formal vs. Informal Diction
 Formal diction involves choosing words that are polite and
proper. Formal language is often filled with descriptive
words that are quite precise, and sentences may be longer.
Informal diction, on the other hand, often assumes that the
audience already knows what you're talking about and
generally uses shorter words. Sentences may be incomplete
or ignore some finer points of grammar and usage.
Example:

 Hello, young man. It is  Hey, man! What’s up?

a true pleasure to make
your acquaintance.
How are you feeling
today?
Try it yourself!

 Ma’am, may I go to the  _________________________________

comfort room to
relieve myself?
Try it yourself!

 Maaariba akong
humingi ng dalawang
pirasong dalawampung
piso upang ako ay
makabuo ng
apatnapung piso?
 Formal Informal Colloquial/Slang
Money Cash Bucks/Paper/Greens/
Benjamins
Cannabis sativa Marijuana ____________

Spouse Wife ____________

Appealing Cool ____________

defamation Gossip ____________