Advanced English: Formal vs. Informal Language 🛸 What you need to know!

[@clairefraser2924]

Hi Jennifer, your passion for teaching us is immeasurable. If only there were more teachers like you among relentless students, learning English wouldn't be as difficult as it is at advanced levels. Sometimes it's rather disappointing and ends up being a waste of time. Fortunately, you're there, just one in a million!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Hi Claire. I think it's wonderful when a teacher's passion matches a student's enthusiasm and dedication. Thank you for bringing both of those qualities to each lesson. :) Take care.

[@clairefraser2924]

JenniferESL much love to you! 🌸 Have a good one! 🌞

[@anv.4614]

Thank you, dear Jennifer, I am so happy to have your lessons.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

You're so welcome! Thank you for studying with me.

[@Hikmetkarademir]

Hallo Jennifer, thank you very much for all effort,. I realized it from the first day I found your channel on KZbin that you are a professionelle. From composition of texts, words chosen, intonation, pronuanciation and the order in which the Videos published...

[@Englishwithjennifer]

You are so welcome! Thank YOU for becoming a member. The organization of my videos may be clearer if you visit my website. www.englishwithjennifer.com/students/yt-videos/ I appreciate your kind words of support.

[@alexanderpadalka5708]

Dear Jennifer, You gave me the confidence to dream big. Thanks a million!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Dreaming is healthy! It gives you a vision to work towards. :)

[@armandobruguera4014]

Thank you Jennifer you are a great and clever teacher it's a pleasure speaking with you, I have hundreds of themes to speak and learn.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

I'm happy you're learning with me, Armando. :)

[@EmmasEasyEnglish]

Great explanation of some of the finer nuances of the English language!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thanks for the support. 😃 Happy teaching!

[@faizanzama5473]

Thank you so much my Teacher Jennifer ,

[@Englishwithjennifer]

You're welcome. Have a good week!

[@Gab0000]

This one is hard to me, but I look forward to reading my friends' opinions. As always, you did a brilliant job, Jenny! Love ya! ♡♡♡♡♡

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Hi Gabriel. I wanted to see how far I could push learners. This is definitely one of the most challenging lessons I've ever made for YT. Have a great Friday!

[@hilalahmad7286]

I would very much like the way Jennifer teaches us all about English. I wanna thank her for this. And yes, Aliens need to be understood and researched from a perspective that is more human and compassionate. I mean can't we imagine the benefits humans could reap once we decide to be their friends and not adversaries . Let's all plege to work for a planet that's all- inclusive and all- accommodating.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Super! I'm very happy you tried the final task! It's a challenging one. :) Here are my suggestions: MORE FORMAL: I very much like the way Jennifer teaches us all about English. I would like to thank her for this. Yes, aliens need to be understood and researched from a perspective that is more humane and compassionate. Imagine the benefits humans could reap once we decide to be their friends and not their adversaries . Let's pledge to work for a planet that's all-inclusive and all-accommodating. LESS FORMAL: I really like the way Jennifer teaches us all about English. I wanna say thanks for that. And yes, aliens need to be understood and researched in a way that's more humane and compassionate. I mean, can't you imagine the benefits if we decide to be their friends and not their enemies? We need to work together to make this a planet that's all-inclusive and all-accommodating.

[@hilalahmad7286]

JenniferESL Dear Jennifer. You have always been sincere when it comes to checking our English. I wanna say thanks for that. One last thing is my grammar ok? God bless you.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Your grammar is clear enough, but there was a mix in your tone. I felt there were both informal and formal structures used. My suggestions more clearly separated the two registers (formal and informal). Thank you for studying with enthusiasm. :)

[@hilalahmad7286]

JenniferESL I thank you for all your help and encouragement. Stay blessed.

[@altaiaila7098]

The best English Teacher I've ever met

[@Englishwithjennifer]

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[@jalilboyca5961]

Thanks so much Jennifer for this lesson. Is very useful

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You're very welcome.

[@susanablanco3012]

Hi Jennifer. Thanks again for your remarkable lesson.Regarding the task, this is my opinion: If alien technology allowed us the use of free energy, the governments would have to work together in order to balance the economic implications in the different countries around the planet. Obviously, the oil-producing countries would be affected by this knowledge. On the other hand, this new resource would permit the possibility of helping many people in remote areas.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Absolutely stunning job, Susana. I had people like you in mind when I designed this lesson. You're definitely up for the challenge. :) I appreciate your consistency in tone. You use standard grammar and spelling along with higher level vocabulary. You make logical choices when it comes to sentence adverbs and linking adverbs. Great work! Small corrections: 1. Place a comma after your first IF-clause (...of free energy, the governments...) 2. Place a comma after "On the other hand," I agree that cooperation would be key. Implementing the use of free energy would require discussion, collaboration, and sensitivity to the different economies. People in remote regions would greatly benefit from this technology.

[@susanablanco3012]

Thank you for your words. They stimulate me to continue ahead. You are a great teacher and person. Regards and love to you and your love ones.

[@stunninglad1]

The word 'so' is a common discourse marker, as is 'now,' 'okay' and 'right.' Used in speech and not in formal written communication. So, let's watch this excellent lesson, folks. Now, we need to listen closely, everyone. Okay, let's get to work, Right, if you would like to get your English books out. I put a comma after the discourse marker as it is not essential to the sentence, and a slight pause always follows it. Would you concur, Jennifer?

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Yeah, commas are sometimes used that way. I suppose we don't have hard and fast rules because using "So" this way is mostly spoken, not written. But it makes sense to use a comma if there's a pause after it. (PS - Good contrast here. Your last two lines are more formal. My response is more informal and conversational.)

[@mohammedyousefassaeedy4627]

Many thanks from Yemen , I like ur lessons very much, please go on

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Thank you!

[@aparecidoferreiravais321]

Hi Jennifer how are you Thank you for your effort in teaching us how to speak English. You're fantastic. Have a beautiful Friday.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you for watching this new lesson. Enjoy your weekend!

[@洁韩-f3i]

thanks a lot 😄

[@raed2178]

Hi Jennifer. This is quite a challenging topic. Here's my answer to the task: • Indeed, we should make use of it. Especially if they were unlimited, pollution-free and no-cost energy sources. However, it is thought that some governments and other interst groups like fuel companies will try to suppress and dominate those energy sources in order to keep their businesses flourishing.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

I'm delighted I could challenge you, Ra'ed. You're ready to perform at this level. :) Your statement is consistent in tone. Your vocabulary shows variety and appropriacy. Lovely uses of compound adjectives and academic verbs! Suggestions: 1. I would continue the first sentence and not make that IF-clause stand alone: Indeed, we should make use of it, especially if they were unlimited, pollution-free and no-cost energy sources. 2. "It is thought that" suggests that there's already open discussion about this topic, but I don't believe that there's open admission that such technology exists and is readily available. Maybe this would be more accurate: However, it is likely that some governments...would try to... However, it is probable that some governments...would try to... 3. "Like" is correctly used, but "such as" would sound more formal: ...other interest groups such as fuel companies I agree. The technology would benefit our planet in the end, but present businesses would be negatively affected. I've thought about other implications. For example, car manufacturing would have to change. That in turn may affect the need for mechanics. Gas stations would close, and truck drivers would have less to transport. And so on and so on.

[@raed2178]

JenniferESL Thank you, Jennifer for your detailed feedback. I really appreciate it. I myself like what you did with the first sentence. As for the second sentence, I imagined, as a hypothetical matter, what will happen if this kind of technology already exists. Simply put, I had to use this expression "It is thought that" although there isn't any admission about the existence of such technology. However, I like the suggestions you made about using "likely" or "probable" in that sentence. Other than that, I like the suggestions you made. They are much more formal and proper. 👍

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Learning together! Formal English is more common in writing. It's only logical because we need more time to carefully consider our wording.

[@sendatamie8574]

Thank you I like a lot your class

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I'm happy to hear that. Take care, Sena.

[@andreagiraldomdphd.8376]

Wonderful lesson. Thank you kindly. A

[@Englishwithjennifer]

How was the level for you, Andrea? Take care.

[@mariemreda8245]

This is a great lesson

[@aim2975]

Thank you for your efforts.

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You're welcome. Take care!

[@fazilpeerally5288]

Dear Teacher JenniferESL, This is quite a challenging topic. I can`t thank you enough for such a video lesson. It is educational and instructional. I really appreciate it. I hope you don`t mind my asking, but would it be at all possible for you to make a video lesson about the usage and meaning of the word " as ". It may introduce adverbial clauses of manner, of degree, of comparison, of reason, of time, and adjectival clauses. in some cases, it operates alone as a conjunction.. I would be so much grateful. I have faith in you. As always, thank you for all your help in providing us with good video lesson. Have a lovely weekend ! Regards, Fazil

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Hello Fazil. I've noted your request. Thank you. I'm glad I could provide this challenge with formal and informal English. Thank you for being so open to my experiments. :)

[@sombody2446]

Thank you a lot you are the Best.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you for studying with me, Ahmad.

[@sombody2446]

JenniferESL Thank you I really appreciate what you are doing for us, God bless you and your family.

[@kandimegahan7844]

Awesomeness... once again!

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[@kandimegahan7844]

I send you to Korea almost everyday, because I want my telephone English students to have a teacher they can see and hear! ANd what a good teacher they have in you (me too, btw)!

[@starstar2945]

thank you for your efforts

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You're welcome.

[@abidali-rf3yb]

thank you very much jennifer

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You're very welcome!

[@JosephLDubon]

This one it was hard for me too, but I think I learned something new today ... : ) !!Sincerely thanks again¡¡ .. : )

[@Englishwithjennifer]

This was definitely one of the most challenging lessons I've posted. I wanted to give at least one lesson like this for advanced students. I hope this is a lesson that you'll come back to. In time and with additional study of grammar and vocabulary, you'll find this lesson to be much easier. :) Even now, I'm glad you found something to take away from the lesson.

[@72odair]

Thank you

[@Englishwithjennifer]

You're welcome. Regards!

[@benalexender3046]

Thanks so much

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[@reginadaniel3428]

Nice explanation. ...dear friend

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you for watching the lesson.

[@jaibong7777]

how about make it series. many students like me appreciate it.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Yes, one lesson isn't enough to master the different registers. It's important to understand how your vocabulary and grammar create a tone. Your pronunciation affects the tone too.

[@jaibong7777]

JenniferESL if you make it formal how will you do with "i love you mom" as not native these lessons will help me greatly. thanks

[@Englishwithjennifer]

With your mother, you don't likely have to be formal. "I love you, Mom" is fine. :)

[@mollietai8946]

Formal: I would very much like to hear your thoughts regarding free energy. Would you care to share your opinion? Informal: So I want to hear what you think about free energy. You got any thoughts on that?

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Hi Mollie. The tone of our voice can also add formality. I like the labels "more formal" or "less formal" because I could likely come up with even more formal ways and less formal ways to express similar ideas. Have a great Friday!

[@mfarooq1981]

Dear Teacher, I would like to know what do you mean by national security?

[@Englishwithjennifer]

It's the system the government has in place to keep our nation secure.

[@NOORCHEK]

Just great

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you.

[@jaibong7777]

thanks

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You're welcome.

[@SCHATTIGCHATTERINE]

Obrigado

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De nada. Thanks for watching.

[@12701270able]

I thank you a lot. That was what I was looking for , and found it. When it comes the free energy through aliens, it is really interesting issue that I havent heard so far. Apart from aliens , free energy by its nature is so significant topic which will probably change all appearance of the world. We certainly should make use of it, instead of polluting energy such as coal, oil as a whole, all kind of fossil energy resources. When it is put into life , the first impact might be seen on countries producing oil or generally speaking, Opec countries are probably going to be in for the economic shock or trouble. And the war for energy is likely to turn out or end up with the clean air and the peace all over the world.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

I admit that in the past I watched a few episodes of Ancient Aliens on the History Channel. There are some interesting theories, especially about the purpose of the many pyramids around the world.

[@12701270able]

@@Englishwithjennifer When whoever brings us a clean and free energy, I am going to say to them welcome. Everyhing is possible , everything which is supposed or seen sets off a new hypothesis, postulate, then it is developing and turns into a fact where we are living. When I was in prep school, I used to think of a car flying in the sky as we need and then again we would be able to drive it. A car with two functions!? That was my dream. Now, this is about to come true. To me, Hope and dreams are like motor or an engine that gives us an opportunity to move forward and put them into effect. On top of that, hope gives us the strenght and determination in order to look forward to realizing our dreams. Why not UFO's and aliens? And free energy? Who knows what is what? If there is hope, there is life where we have and have been living on earth. Thanks for your response.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Indeed, it would be a gift to receive advanced technology to address our energy issues.

[@AhmedAshraf-gp8rs]

Hi Jennifer, love you.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thanks for the warm support.

[@armandobruguera4014]

I haven't never seen UFO or an alien, but I think that in the Universe must be a lot of life, even inteligent life, they should have a very high technic level and wisedom in order to surpas the light speed, I also belive that the goverments hide the truth to avoid the consequences. best greetings and thanks Jennifer.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Interesting thoughts! I agree that there must be intelligent life out there. The universe is a big place! Comment: "surpass" is a high level word. To keep a more conversational tone, you can use "go faster than." Suggestions: I've never seen a UFO or an alien, but I think that in there must be a lot of life in the universe, even intelligent life. They probably have very advanced technology and wisdom to break the light speed (OR go faster than light speed). I also believe that the governments hide the truth to avoid the consequences.

[@berostarmstarm9624]

Hi,jennifer . If Iwant to make adeduction concerning this sentence .I phone him but he didn't answer .He wasn't at home .he might n't have been at home or he might have not been at home .which on is correct

[@Englishwithjennifer]

I would say, "He might not have been home." OR "Maybe he wasn't at home."

[@berostarmstarm9624]

JenniferESL thanks alot

[@kumardaniel4885]

Have a great day my love 😍😍😍

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you. You too.

[@armandobruguera4014]

Please Jennifer I want to pay almost for six month, and please say me how must I study with you, thank you very much

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Hello Armando. I don't have a full course. I teach privately. If I open a new group class, I'll announce it through social media. Do you have the link to all my playlists? englishwithjennifer.com/students/yt-videos/

[@nguyenvuhoan2305]

I love you so much. Thanks a lot 😙😙😙

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Thanks for the warm support.

[@kumardaniel4885]

Hi...

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Hi. How are you today? :)

[@kumardaniel4885]

JenniferESL fine darling 😚😚😚

[@فتاةمجتهدة-ط2ر]

can someone tell me what's mean UFOs 😅

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Unidentified Flying Object :)

[@فتاةمجتهدة-ط2ر]

Thank you😚

[@chouchoub6233]

Wawe

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thanks for watching.

[@mohammedaziz7581]

I wanna or I gonna go to bazaar

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Either is possible: 1. I want to go to the bazaar. (desire) > want to = wanna 2. I'm going to go to the bazaar. (future plan) > going to = gonna

[@mohammedaziz7581]

JenniferESL thank you Jennifer

[@damjijan682]

nuts is crazy right?

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Yes.

[@roromountain8507]

Hello Jennifer to me, I believe that aliens may be existing in this life..cuz everything is "possible" and we are not alone in this vast world

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Yes, it's a pretty big universe. There has to be life out there.

[@kumardaniel4885]

Hi my love.... How are you?

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Hi. I'm doing well today. How about you?