LANGUAGE

REGISTERS
Consultative Register

• Consultative language register is a form of

communication that is used when people
want to show respect and deference to one
another. It is often used in professional or
formal settings, such as in business
meetings, legal proceedings, or when
addressing someone in a position of
authority.
Consultative Register
• Consultative language typically
involves using formal language,
proper titles and honorifics, and
avoiding colloquial or slang
terms. It also requires careful
consideration of the tone, pace,
and choice of words to ensure
that the communication is clear
and respectful.
Example:
Junior Employee: "Good morning, Mr. Johnson. Thank
you for taking the time to review my proposal. I would like
to present my ideas on how we can increase our sales
revenue in the coming year. If it's alright with you, I'd like
to start by giving a brief overview of the current market
trends, and then discuss our proposed strategies for
growth.“
Manager: "Good morning, Jane. Thank you for
preparing this proposal. I appreciate your
initiative and willingness to contribute to our
company's success. I look forward to hearing your
ideas and learning more about your analysis of the
market trends. Please go ahead and begin your
presentation."
 A: Good Morning Sir!

B: Good Morning! “I’m really excited to be working

Text C: with you. This is great. I’m really excited to get to know
you, and to work even more closely with you. Let me
Consultative tell you a bit about kind of why I’m here. I’m here to
help us achieve X number of goals (whatever those
Register things are), and to make sure that we deliver
extraordinary service, quality, etc. to our customers.
I’m really looking forward to your ideas on how we can
achieve those two goals. I’m also interested, while
we’re talking, to hear what your goals are. Given
everything I’ve just said, let me ask you what are your
goals for this next year?
Casual Register

Casual language register, also known

as informal language, is a form of
communication that is used in
relaxed, casual settings between
friends, family, or peers. It often
involves using slang terms,
colloquialisms, and casual expressions
that are not typically used in formal or
professional settings.
Casual Register

In casual language, grammar

rules may be more loosely
followed, and sentence
structures may be simplified
or shortened. There may also
be more use of contractions
and informal vocabulary.
 Hi Kimmy!

Thanks so much for your fab recent vlog

“Bag Raid with Mcdo Mukbang” I find it very
Text D: Casual useful and amusing! Thanks again, and I look
forward to seeing more of your vlogs soon.
Register Bye for now!

Yours sincerely,
Alyssa
Intimate Register

It is a form of communication that is used

between people who share a close personal
relationship. This can include romantic
partners, family members, and close friends.

Intimate language is used to express feelings

of love, affection, and closeness, and to
establish emotional bonds between people.
It is often characterized by a sense of
warmth, trust, and emotional vulnerability.
Text E: Intimate Register
A: I love you very much Hon,
thank you for waiting for
me.

B: You’re the one I’ve always

dreamed of. I’d do anything
for you. Coz I love you more.

A: Thank you my Love. Y.ou

are the only man I ever want
in my life
 Frozen Register

Characterized by its use of archaic

or old-fashioned vocabulary,
complex sentence structures, and
adherence to strict grammar rules.
It is often designed to be precise
and unambiguous, and to convey
information in a way that is clear
and authoritative.
Example:
"This agreement, henceforth referred to as
the 'Contract', is entered into between the
undersigned parties, henceforth referred to as
the 'Parties', for the purpose of establishing
the terms and conditions of the business
relationship between them. The Contract shall
remain in effect for a period of two years from
the date of signing, unless terminated earlier
in accordance with the provisions set forth
herein."
Activity 3: We’ll Figure it Out
With your group members, gather text sample that manifest the style
features below. Write details on the corresponding columns.
Sample Title Author
Frozen

Formal

Consultative

Casual

Intimate
 • Individually, analyze the texts you gathered by filling out the corresponding features
below with the necessary information
The writer.. Text Title Author Text Evidences
Uses a lively, chatty, conversational stye

Tries to interest and entertain the reader

Wants to present information so it is easy to

find

Directly addresses the reader

Discusses a subject in a logical and formal way

Uses the impersonal passive (e.g., It is said

that…)
Uses contractions

Use a rhetorical question

Employs a discursive phrases and expressions

Uses Formal vocabulary

Uses Informal Vocabulary

Activity 4: I can Do it
Before patronizing or purchasing any product, people nowadays check
on reviews and feedback. Now is your opportunity to use appropriate
language register as you write a brief review of a book, play or product.
Choose one from the options below.
Book Review for Children
Play Review for teen audience
Food and Restaurant for adult friends

Publish your review in any of your social media accounts. Attach

necessary photos and links.
Thank
You !