Appropriate language jargon, slang, cliche
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Here are 10 jargons from computer science, defined for a common audience: 1. RAM - Random Access Memory. This is the computer's short-term memory that allows it to run programs and multi-task. 2. CPU - Central Processing Unit. This is the computer's "brain" that performs calculations and logic operations. 3. GUI - Graphical User Interface. The visual part of the operating system that allows users to interact with icons, windows, and a mouse. 4. OS - Operating System. The underlying software that manages hardware resources and allows other programs to run, like Windows or macOS. 5. App - Application. A standalone program designed for a specific task, like
Appropriate language jargon, slang, cliche
- 2. APPROPRIATE LANGUAGE Choose your words carefully when you write. Develop the habit of selecting words that are precise and appropriate for your purpose. You must avoid slang, cliches, pretentious words, euphemism, jargon, redundancy, and wordiness.
- 3. APPROPRIATE LANGUAGE Cliché Euphemism Jargon Slang Redundancy/Wordiness
- 4. APPROPRIATE LANGUAGE Identify the kind of inappropriate language used in the sentence as to Cliché, Euphemism, Jargon, Slang, Redundancy 1. The entire show was awesome! 2. The lawyer explained to his client what habeas corpus is. 3. The politician is willing to help the economically deprived. 4. Her extravagance brought her negative savings.
- 5. Cliché, Euphemism, Jargon, Slang, Redundancy The journalist wrote a persuading lead in his article. For the reason that he is late, he was not accepted in class. The woman looked white as a ghost when she saw the accident. I still have liabilities to Anna. The speakers beat around the bush.
- 6. Cliché, Euphemism, Jargon, Slang, Redundancy Please give that color green bag to Engineer Gomez, our guest speaker. Young people think that it is cool to be different. They came up with a system that will debug the current software. Danielle sold his house in the province to buy a pre-owned automobile. My friend likes wearing shirts that are extra large in size.
- 7. Cliche A cliche is an expression that has been worn out through constant use. Although they are common in speech, they make writing seem stale. You should avoid cliches and try to express your meaning in original ways. Here are some typical cliches: short but sweet last but not least work like a dog too little, too late singing the blues easier said than done on top of the world in the nick of time make ends meet
- 8. Slang Informal word or expression that is not considered standard and appropriate for formal occasions. These are words used in ordinary situations. Ex. My new friend is cool! I want to ride a limo. My sister is working as a QC Manager.
- 9. Euphemism A substitute for an expression that may offend or suggest something offensive for the receiver. Ex: Retarded for mentally challenged Janitor- sanitary engineer Poor- financially challenged
- 10. Redundancy/ wordiness Unnecessary repetition of words in expressing ideas Examples: at the present time now in the event that if in the near future soon due to the fact that because
- 11. Redundancy/ wordiness is able to Can In this day and age today A large number of many Big in size big
- 12. Redundancy/ wordiness Return back return Commute back and forth commute Postponed until later postponed
- 13. Jargon A specialized or technical vocabulary of a certain group, profession, or people who share the same interest. Once used outside the profession or group, it may cause a barrier to communication to people not familiar with the language. Examples: Medical jargon Computer jargon Sports jargon Business jargon
- 14. List down 10 jargons used in your field of expertise. Define the jargon as to how you will explain it to a common person.