英语写作手册第二章.pptVIP

Part II Diction Levels of Words Compare the following sentences After a double attempt to insert himself through the window, Michael conceded failure. After two tries at climbing in through, Michael gave up. Formal words Definition: Can be called learned words, or literary words, or “big” words. Usage: Formal writing. Feature: Three or more than three syllables. Examples: recognition / characteristically / elevated / monolithic / investigation / incipient / inclination / noncasual Common words Definition: those that people use every day, and appear in all kinks of writing. Common Or Formal ? 《五彩缤纷》的刘导：Director Liu from Multicolor 嘉宾：distinguished guest 中央电视台的春节晚会：CCTV Spring Festival Gala 普通人： a(n) ordinary/common person 签名：signature 影迷：fans 演艺圈：entertainment circle 是是非非：gossip 冷冷清清的过日子：live in peace 委托我们全权代理：authorize us to be your representative Informal / Slang words They seldom appear in formal writing, and in literary works their main use is to record people’s thoughts and dialogues. Slang words are highly informal; they may be vivid and interesting, but they may, when used inappropriately, make the write or speaker sound offensive or funny. P16-17 The violin virtuoso’s performance on the cello was a real bomb. The author has put a terrific lot into her book and she comes up with some pretty good ideas. She really goes to town over horror films. According to her these help you get rid of hang-ups as well as frighten the pants off you. The Meaning of Words Formal (Big)/ Informal (Small) Words EG: The communication between them is extremely hard to understand for a little kid. Their talk is nonsense. Compare: Big / Large P18 Classroom Activities 1. If there is an accident or incident that may be covered by this policy, notify us in writing as soon as possible. You can give this notice to any of our authorized agents. 2. wait for a second / withdraw / stop 3. 1) friends/ colleagues colloquial 2) colleagues formal 3) head of the dep