Formal,Informal and Neutral English Sentence

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Formal,Informal and Neutral English



·FORMAL

Formal language, even when spoken, is often associated with the conventions expected of written standard English.
                Formal English follow rules of grammar very strictly. Sentences tend to be longer and more complex. The vocabulary tends to be elevated, using big words and avoiding colloquial or slang vocabulary. It avoids split infinitives and prepositions at the end of sentences.

Rules of the formal language register:

1. Do not use contractions

2. Spell out numbers less than one hundred

3. Write in third person point of view

4. Avoid using too much passive voice

5. Avoid using slang, idioms, exaggeration (hyperboles) and clichés

6. Avoid abbreviations and acronyms

7. Do not start sentences with words like and, so, but, also

8. Always write in complete sentences.

9. Write longer, more complex sentences.


·        INFORMAL
Informal language is characterized by a simpler grammatical structure (i.e. loosely-connected sentences and phrases), and personal evaluation.   Informal language may make use of slang and colloquialisms, employing the conventions of spoken language. However, it is too casual and loose to be acceptable for academic writing.
With informal writing, you can include things such as:

  • Slang and clichés
  • Figurative language
  • Symbols and abbreviations
  • Acronyms
  • Incomplete sentences
  • Short sentences
  • First person, second person, and third person
  • Jokes
  • Personal opinions
  • Extra punctuation (Hi Bob!!!!!!!)
  • Passive and active voice


·         NEUTRAL
We use the neutral language register with non-emotional topics and information.

Neutral writing is not necessarily formal or informal. It is not usually positive or negative. A neutral register is used to deliver facts. 

Some writings are written in a neutral register. This means they are not specifically formal or informal. 
Rules of Neutral Writing:

1.      Phrasal verbs & contractions = OK
2.      Some idioms are OK, but avoid slang and text speak
3.      Use polite English


EXAMPLE OF FORMAL, INFORMAL, AND NEUTRAL
FORMAL
1.      It is suggested that no action should be taken at this stage
2.      Thanks are extended to the staff at “Computers R Us” for their technical support
3.      Is happiness possible during unemployment?
4.      This allowed a constant temperature throughout  for the entire experiment
5.      The experiment was performed
6.      The student, who was late for class, sprinted across the ground.
7.      the price has been increased

INFORMAL
1.      We don’t think it is a good idea to do anything at the moment
2.      Many thanks to the staff at “Computers R Us” for their help on the technical side
3.      Can people be happy when they haven’t got a job?
4.      This let them keep the same temperature during the whole experiment
5.      They did an experiment
6.      The student was late for class. He sprinted across the ground.
7.      they’ve put the price up

SEMI-FORMAL (NEUTRAL)
1.      She came up with a great idea
2.      I'm available on Friday morning.
3.      The directors weren't happy.
4.      This project is on the back burner.
5.       You're wrong.  I'm afraid you're mistaken.

6.       I disagree.  I'm of a different opinion.

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