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Fernando
Difference between formal and informal conversation I'm a native Spanish speaker, and I want to know which is the difference between formal and informal coversation, how can I show recpect for some people? in EnglishFor example I want to say: Will you be at the office tomorrow morning? Is it informal or formal?
19 sept. 2013 06:20
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Hi there Fernando, To speak respectfully in English, you change your phrasing to match a formal setting. English differs from Spanish in that there is no formal second-person pronoun (I believe it's "usted"?) However, instead of saying, "Hi, how are you?" you would say, "Hello, how are you doing?" Typically, formal/business English does not use shortened and contracted forms of words and phrases. Also, you would use titles where appropriate. For example: (Casual) Formal (Thanks!) Thank you. (No problem!) You are welcome. (I'm just going to the washroom. Be right back!) Excuse me, I need to use the facilities. (Hello, Sam!) Hello, Mr. Smith. Hope this helps!
19 septembre 2013
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there is a lot of slang in informal conversation
19 septembre 2013
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This is a huge topic. Where do you plan to start?
19 septembre 2013
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