Vocabulary: Register and tone in different contexts

English · C1 · Lesson 78 · 20 words

A complete lesson on Register and tone in different contexts — vocabulary, grammar, and practice exercises all in one. After this lesson, you'll be able to talk about Register and tone in different contexts with confidence. Build your Register and tone in different contexts vocabulary with 20 new words and expressions. Practice with audio from native speakers and reinforce with exercises.

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articulate

verb

speak clearly

convey

verb

communicate; express

diplomatic

adjective

tactful in relations

rhetoric

noun

persuasive speech

assertive

adjective

Confident and direct in expression

tactful

adjective

Sensitive to others' feelings and perspectives

euphemism

noun

Mild expression substituted for something harsh

formality

noun

official procedure

inflection

noun

tone change

modulate

verb

vary pitch

vernacular

noun

everyday spoken language of a region

intonation

noun

rise and fall of the voice in speech

colloquial

adjective

collection of skills or works

nuance

noun

repertoire

noun

eloquence

noun

referring to specific things or people

condescending

adjective

fluent and persuasive speech

jargon

noun

patronizing or disrespectfully superior

pompous

adjective

specialized technical language

deferential

adjective

inflated or self-important in style