Chapter 1
Chapter 1
A. Personal language is used to express one's own thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It often includes first-person pronouns like I or my and focuses on the speaker's inner world. This type of language is reflective and subjective. It's common in journals, autobiographies, and personal speeches.
Example: "I was really proud of myself after finishing the project." Situation: Writing a personal essay or telling a story about your life.
B. Interpersonal Language
B. Interpersonal Language
Interpersonal language is used for social interaction and communication with others. It involves greetings, polite expressions, questions, and responses that help build relationships or complete tasks together. It can be formal or informal, depending on the context. This language supports connection and cooperation.
Example: "Could you help me understand this part of the lesson?"
Situation: Working with a group or speaking in a meeting.