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Wordabulary

language register

Pronunciation
Noun B2 Upper-intermediate

Quick answer

The level of formality a speaker or writer chooses depending on the audience and situation.

"She switched her language register from casual with friends to formal in the job interview."

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Which word fits the gap? "She switched her _____ from casual with friends to formal in the job interview."

Answer: language register

In your own words, what does "language register" mean?

The level of formality a speaker or writer chooses depending on the audience and situation.

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