FORMAL vs. INFORMAL LANGUAGE

Which of the following sentences is most formal in style?

• We regret to inform you that .....

• We are sorry to tell you that...

• We are sorry to say that...

Which of the following sentences is most formal in style?

• Thanks a lot for telling me about this.

• Thanks for bringing this to my attention.

• I appreciate you bringing this matter to my attention.

Which of the following sentences is most formal in style?

• I am very unhappy about the service they gave me.

• I am extremely dissatisfied with the service I received.

• I'm not happy with the service I received.

Which of the following sentences is most formal in style?

• I'm writing to give you some details regarding....

• I want to tell you about...

• I'd like to tell you about...

Which of the following sentences is most formal in style?

• I have a ton of experience in this area.

• I have a considerable amount of experience in this area.

• I have a lot of experience in this area.

Which of the following sentences is most formal in style?

• I can't come to your party tomorrow.

• I won't be able to come to your party tomorrow.

• I will be unable to attend your party tomorrow.

Which of the following sentences is most formal in style?

• Cool!

• Awesome!

• That's great!

• Wonderful!

Which of the following sentences is most formal in style?

• How's life?

• How are you?

• How's it going?

Is this expression formal or informal?

I'd be very grateful if you could ...

• FORMAL

• INFORMAL

Is this expression formal or informal?

That's great, thanks.

• FORMAL

• INFORMAL