LANGUAGE

What is your thought with this writing?

Yo, listen up fam! Let’s talk about something real important:

unplugging from all those screens and getting back to living
our best lives. I’m not just talking about taking a break from
social media or binge-watching Netflix (although that’s part
of it). I’m talking about ditching the devices, putting down
the phones, and actually connecting with people in the real
world. Trust me, it’s gonna be lit!
 What is your thought with this writing?
Technology enhances efficiency and convenience in
everyday life, streamlining processes, and automating routine
tasks. From online banking and e-commerce to smart home
devices and digital assistants, technology empowers
individuals to accomplish tasks more efficiently, freeing up
time and resources for other pursuits. Additionally,
advancements in robotics, automation, and digitalization
have the potential to revolutionize industries such as
manufacturing, logistics, and agriculture, optimizing
resource utilization, reducing costs, and improving overall
productivity.
 What is your thought with this writing?
Precision medicine, also known as personalized or genomic
medicine, represents a paradigm shift from traditional one-size-
fits-all treatment approaches to targeted interventions tailored to
the unique characteristics of each patient. At its core, precision
medicine leverages advancements in genomics, molecular
biology, and bioinformatics to elucidate the underlying
mechanisms of disease and identify personalized therapeutic
strategies with unprecedented accuracy and efficacy.
 What is Language Use?
 It is one of the most precise indicators of a well-written
text. It enables writers to effectively communicate ideas
without confusing the reader.
 It is the appropriateness of words or vocabulary usage.
 How do
you
 Familiarize the proper words and phrases used in written
text.

evaluate a
What words and phrases must be
avoided?

 too informal, too unsophisticated, too vague

 use of jargons, cliché, everyday abbreviations, slang
words and words that are not gender neutral
 Three Levels of Language Use

 Informal/Personal
 Standards/Academic
 Business/Technical
 Informal/Personal
 slang, local expressions, text message

Hey Bes Yow

Sup Pet (Friend) Nigga
OTW Gnyt Dude
BRB SML KUTGW
 Standards/Academic
 widely accepted words and phrase found in books,
magazines, and newspapers
Examples:
Note to a professor:
a. I missed last night’s class and will e-mail my paper later.
b. The problem was on garbage management as it greatly
affects the students who are occupying the SJH Building.
 Business/Technical

 uses scientific terms, jargons, and particular expressions

Examples:
Psychiatrist’s report: “Dissociative rage order is not indicated
by the ER assessment”
 Principles in Language
Use/ Diction
1. Use clear and concise sentences, usually about 18 words long.
2. Avoid redundancies and cliché’s wordiness.
3. Although it may be used, avoid overusing "there" and "it."
4. Use precise vocabulary. Be accurate; condensed.
5. Be consistent in pronoun POV.
6. Avoid sexist language.
7. Use the appropriate level of formality.
Language Features
Language Features
Language Features
Guide in
writing a
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