Formal Language and Communication Skills

The video tutorial on 'Yarn to Learn' channel explains the difference between formal and informal communication in English. It highlights the importance of using formal language in professional settings and provides seven examples of informal phrases with their formal counterparts. The phrases include 'let them know', 'talk about', 'tell why', 'talk more', 'let's fix this', 'got', and 'give plan'. The video concludes with encouragement to practice formal communication in various settings.

Why is it important to use formal language in professional settings?

• It helps in maintaining professionalism.

• It makes communication more casual.

• It is not important at all.

• It allows for more slang usage.

What is the main focus of the video?

• Teaching informal English

• Distinguishing between formal and informal communication

• Learning new slang

• Improving vocabulary

What is a formal alternative to the phrase 'let them know'?

• Announce

• Notify

• Tell

• Inform

Which phrase is considered informal?

• Announce

• Inform

• Notify

• Let them know

Which formal word can replace 'talk about'?

• Mention

• Gossip

• Chat

• Discuss

What is the benefit of using 'discuss' instead of 'talk about'?

• It is more formal

• It is more detailed

• It sounds more casual

• It is shorter

What is a more formal way to say 'tell why'?

• Inform

• Explain

• Describe

• Narrate

Why should 'explain' be used instead of 'tell why'?

• It is more formal

• It is more detailed

• It is more casual

• It is more concise

How can you formally ask someone to 'talk more' about a topic?

• Elaborate

• Expand

• Extend

• Lengthen

What does 'elaborate' mean in a formal context?

• To shorten

• To summarize

• To simplify

• To explain in detail