STRATEGIES IN VARIOUS

SPEECH SITUATIONS
LESSON 4
OBJECTIVES:
Distinguishes types of
speeches and speech style
TYPES OF SPEECH
CONTEXT
 1) Intrapersonal
◦ Refers to communication that centers in one person
Example :
◦ You spent the night thinking and analyzing why a student
from the other class talked to you on your way home.
 2) Interpersonal
◦ Refers to communication between and among people.
◦ The “inter” part of the word highlights how interpersonal communication
connects people
◦ Example:
You offered feedback on the speech performance of your classmate.

Types
1. Dyad
2. Small Group
• Dyad Communication – communication that occurs
between two people.

Example: You provided comfort to a friend who was

feeling down.
• Small Group –
• The term “small group communication” refers to communication
that occurs within groups of three to 15 people. Typically, an
organizer arranges a small group for a specific purpose. Many small
groups contain people with common interests or goals.
Communication theorists often do not agree on an ideal number of
people for effective small groups
Example: You are participating in an organizational meeting
which aims to address the concerns of your fellow students
 3) Public
◦ Refers to communication that requires you to deliver or send the
message before or in front of a group.

Example: You deliver a graduation speech to your batch.

 4) Mass Communication
◦ Refers to communication that takes place through television, radio,
newspapers, magazines, books, billboards, internet, and other types of
media.

Example: You are a student journalist articulating your stand on current

issues through the school’s newspaper.
 TYPES OF
SPEECH STYLE
Frozen style

•Also known as fixed speech, it is the highest form of communicative style which is often
used in respectful situations or formal ceremonies like Shakespearean plays, weddings,
funerals, and more. It uses the complex grammatical sentence structure and vocabulary
that are only known by experts in that field.

Examples:
Preamble of the constitution; Lord’s Prayer; Allegiance to country or flag.
Formal Style
1.This type uses formal words and expressions
and is mostly seen in writing rather than
speaking. It also disallows the use of ellipsis,
contractions, and qualifying modal adverbials.
Examples:
Sermons by priests and ministers; SONA of the President;
formal speeches; pronouncement of judges
Consultative Style
The third level of language. It is basically unplanned
speech since the speaker uses the participation and
feedback of the listener. The speaker will supply
background information, while again, the listener
participates continuously.
Examples:
Communication between teachers and students; employers and
employees; doctor and patient; Judge and lawyer; President and
his/her constituents.
Casual Style
-Also known as informal style, it is usually used between,
friends, or even insiders who have things to share. In this type,
there is a free and easy participation of both speaker and listener.

-jargon, slang, street language, gay language or vulgar words are

used
Intimate Style
-The last type is used in talks between two very close
individuals. It is described by an economy of words, with a
high chance of nonverbal communication. Like casual, there
is also a free and easy participation of both speaker and
listener.

-The style is private, which occurs between or among close

family members or intimate individuals.
QUIZ
 Exercise: Identify the type of speech style
appropriate for the following situations.

1) Talking to a counselor or psychiatrist

2) Giving a last minute instructions to players
3) Delivering campaign speeches
4) Delivering a speech at the UN Summit
5) Reading news and reports
6) Talking and laughing about memorable experiences
7) Communicating while playing sports
8) Having a one-on-one conversation with a loved one
9) Delivering an oratorical speech
10) Leading a prayer before meal
References:
https://oralcom.wordpress.com/2016/10/14/types-of-speech-context/
https://philnews.ph/2019/08/21/what-are-the-five-types-of-speech-style-or-communicative-style/