This document discusses the different types of speech styles according to formality: - Frozen style is the most formal and includes oaths, prayers, and official documents. - Formal style is also quite formal and includes speeches, sermons, and job interviews. - Consultative style allows feedback and includes doctor-patient and teacher-student interactions. - Casual style is informal and includes conversations with family and friends through various means. - Intimate style is private and includes conversations between close family and romantic partners. It provides examples of each speech style and asks the reader to identify the appropriate style for different situations.

1. TYPES OF SPEECH STYLE
ORAL COMMUNICATION IN CONTEXT
ALMA T. ACIERTO

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7. What is a Speech Style?
 According to Martin Joos (1976), it is a form of language that
the speaker uses which is characterized by the degree of
formality from the most formal to least formal styles.
 the distinct variations or forms of the language used for the
same purpose by a particular situation or the form of
language that the speaker uses.
 set of linguistic variants that a person uses that has specific
social meanings

8. Types of Speech Styles
 Frozen style
- the most formal communicative style used in a respectful situation or
formal ceremony. It is also known as fixed speech.
- uses the complex grammatical sentence structure and vocabulary known
only to experts in a particular field
- It remains unchanged. In case there’s a need to revise, it needs careful
development of thoughts and other technical writing considerations.

9. Example of Frozen Style
 Oathtaking ceremony
 Preamble to the Constitution
 Lord’s Prayer
 DepEd’s Vision and Mission
 Marriage vows
 Allegiance to the country or flag

10. Types of Speech Styles
 Formal style
-it uses language in a formal setting and it is usually one-way
communication.
-it is used for imparting information

11. Example of Formal Style
 Sermons by priests and ministers
 State of the Nation Address of the President
 formal speeches
 pronouncements by judges
 Job interview
 Business meetings, writing business/formal letters
 Writing news reports

12. Types of Speech Styles
 Consultative Style
-This style is the standard one. Professional or mutually
acceptable language is a must in this style.
- In this style, the speaker constantly observes the listener’s
verbal and non-verbal cues for feedback.
- What the speaker will say next depends on the feedback
provided by the listener.

13. Example of Consultative Style
 Doctor and patient dialogue
 Teacher and student conversation
 Teacher and parent discussion
 Employers and employees talk
 Meeting of Mayor and his constituents

14. Types of Speech Styles
 Casual Style
- This style is more informal compared to the other speech
styles.
- It is common among peers and friends. Jargon, slang, or
vernacular language are used.
- It is usually used in social interactions

15. Example of Casual Style
 A conversation with your family during dinner
 Casual talks with friends thru chats, phone calls, text
messaging

16. Types of Speech Styles
 Intimate style
- This style is private and occurs between or among close
family members or individuals. The language used in this
style may not be shared in public.
- -uses personal language codes or terms of endearment
- It is a style in which meaning is shared even without correct
linguistic forms.

17. Example of Intimate Style
 Having late-night talks with the one you love
 A boy asking a girl for a date
 Man expressing his love towards his girl through love letters
 Telling your best friend about your secrets

18. Identify what type of speech style is appropriate in the
given situation.
_______________________1. talking to a counselor or psychiatrist
_______________________2. delivering campaign speeches
_______________________3. communicating with your teammates during training
_______________________4. inquiring at a hotel
_______________________5. presiding a homeroom election
_______________________6. engaging in a deep conversation with your friend.
_______________________7. asking advice from your professor about your thesis
_______________________8. delivering a graduation speech
_______________________9. asking for a price of a pre-loved bag in an online selling
_______________________10. giving progress report to your manager

19. Remember:
 The way we communicate depends on the people with whom
we talk, the location of the communication, and the type of
occasion.