SPEECH

CONTEXT
and
SPEECH
STYLES
Ms. Aicha Ellen A. Balaba
 SPEECH CONTEXT

Speech context refers to the

situation or environment and the
circumstances in which
communication occurs.

The setting in the

communication process is what is
referred to as the context.
INTRAPERSON
INTERPERSONAL
AL

SPEECH
CONTEXT

PUBLIC MASS
TYPES OF SPEECH CONTEXT

1. INTRAPERSONAL
This refers to communication that centers on
one person where the speaker acts both as the
sender and the receiver of message.

Example:

a. You spent the night thinking and

analyzing why a student from the other
class talked to you on the way home and
you decided it probably meant nothing.

b. You felt happy while thinking about how

your teacher appreciated you for
submitting your project before the due
date and you reflected on why this was
so.
TYPES OF SPEECH CONTEXT

2. INTERPERSONAL

This refers to communication between

and among people and establishes
personal relationship between and among
them.

According to Solomon and Theiss (2013),

that “inter” part of the word highlights
how interpersonal communication
connects people. The personal part means
that your unique qualities as a person
matter during interpersonal
communication.”
Types of Interpersonal Context:

1. Dyad Communication - communication that

occurs between two people.

Example:

a. You offered feedback on the speech

performance of your classmate.

b. You provided comfort to a friend who was

feeling down.

Two types of Dyadic Communication

Formal Dyadic Communication- formal
communication can occur in person or on the
phone. It can also happen when a boss gives
instructions or dictates information for
another to follow or write down. Formal
discussion often occurs when one person is in
a position of power.
Informal Dyadic Communication- it
includes talking to friends or with family
members. When you talk over video
chat, make phone calls, or share
memories at the dining room table, you
are having dyadic communication.
Types of Interpersonal Context:

2. Small Group – this refers to communication that

involves at least three but not more than twelve
people engaging in the face to face interaction to
achieved a desired goal.

Example:

a. You are participating in an organizational

meeting which aims to address the concerns of
your fellow students.

b. You are having a discussion with your group

mates on how to finish the assigned tasks.
TYPES OF SPEECH CONTEXT

3. PUBLIC
This refers to communication that requires
you to deliver or send the message before or
in front of a group. The message can be
driven by informational or persuasive
purposes.
TYPES OF SPEECH CONTEXT

3. PUBLIC
This refers to communication that requires
you to deliver or send the message before or
in front of a group. The message can be
driven by informational or persuasive
purposes.

Examples:

a. You deliver a graduation speech to your

batch.

b. You participate in a declamation,

oratorical, or debate contest watched by a
number of people.
TYPES OF SPEECH CONTEXT
4. MASS
COMMUNICATION
This refers to communication that takes place
through television, radio, newspaper,
magazines, books, billboards, internet, and
other types of media.

Example:

a. You are a student journalist articulating

your stand on currents issues through the
school’s newspaper.

b. Newscaster
TYPES OF SPEECH STYLE

1. INTIMATE
This style is private, which occurs between or
among close family members or individuals. The
language used in this style may not be shared in
public.
TYPES OF SPEECH STYLE

2. CASUAL
This style is common among peers and friends.
Jargon, slang, or the vernacular language are used.
TYPES OF SPEECH STYLE

3. CONSULTATIVE
Professional or mutually acceptable language is a must
in this style.
TYPES OF SPEECH STYLE

4 FORMAL
This is one-way communication.
TYPES OF SPEECH STYLE

5. FROZEN

This style of communication rarely or never changes.

Example:

Preamble of the Constitution

Pledge of Allegiance
ACTIVITY
IDENTIFY WHAT TYPE OF
SPEECH STYLE APPROPRIATE
FOR THE FOLOWING
SITUATIONS.
1. Talking to a
counselor or
psychiatrist.
2. Giving last-minute
instructions to players.
3. Delivering campaign
speech.
4. Delivering a speech
at the UN Summit.
5. Delivering news
report.
6. Talking and laughing
about memorable
experiences.
7. Communicating while
playing sports.
8. Having one-on-one
conversation with a loved
one.
9. Delivering an oratorical
speech.
10. Leading a prayer
before meal.