TYPES OF SPEECH STYLE

1. Intimate – is a non-public Speech style that uses private vocabulary and

includes nonverbal languages. It is a style in which meaning is shared
even without correct linguistic forms. This occurs among people who
have known each other for a long-time and have shared many
experiences. Because they know each other well, they can sometimes
complete each other’s sentences and know what the person is thinking
even before they open their mouths. Even without the correct linguistic
forms, people using intimate style understand each other.
2. Casual – is a speech style used among friends and acquaintances that
do not require background information. The use of slang is common and
interruptions occur often. Casual style is used when there are no social
barriers to consider.
3. Consultative is the opposite of Intimate style because this style is used
precisely among people who do not share common experiences or
meaning. This does not preclude the disclosure of background
information later in order to become the basis of shared meaning. This
requires two-way participation and interruption can occur during the
communication.
4. Formal is used only for imparting information. The speech is well
organized and correct in grammar and diction. Technical vocabulary
and exact definitions are important such as in presentations.
Straightforward and direct, with no circumlocution, this style does not
allow interruptions.
5. Frozen is a formal style whose quality is static, ritualistic and may even
be archaic. It is exemplified by prayers that have been recited in the
same way for years. The Pledge of Allegiance or Panatang Makabayan
and the Oath of Office of any officer whether of the student council or
of congress.