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Effective language - Coggle Diagram
Effective language
Spoken language
Spoken language must be completely understandable, because we cannot go back at it on our own like we would with a written sentence.
It has the advantage of speech, facial expressions, gestures, and tone of voice to help them clarify meaning, and it usually consists of fewer and simpler words
Contains verbal cues, personal pronouns, informal constructions and repetition of words or phrases.
Figurative language
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Words or phrases are used in a non-literal way for particular effect, for example simile, metaphor, personification.
Written language
It is meant to be read, and there is no other form of information other than the words that are on the paper, which means that anyone that will read it will receive the same amount of information. It can also be read multiple times to have a better understanding of it.
contains larger and more complex vocabulary, which hides personality and adds formality.
Sensory words
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touch, taste, sound, smell, and sight.
Tone
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It can be delivered in different ways, like through word choice, punctuation, and sentence structure.
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Concrete words
Concrete words are usually physical in form, describing the experiences of the five senses.
Simple words
Familiar words that are used to simplify a topic and make it easier to understand, that usually consist of one or two syllables. It helps the audience understand what you're saying, and make the speech sound less stilted.
Precise words
They express your thoughts and feelings accurately, or exactly. It is important to expand your vocabulary for choices, and be aware of the differences in meaning in order to choose the words that describe the situation in the most specific way.
Specific words
They identify items within a category, unlike general words, which refer to a whole category. It helps the audience form a mental picture of the exact things you want them to be able to view in their minds.