LO To understand what is meant by Standard English + register in the S&L mark scheme

Idiolect Idiolect is the language that you use. It is individual to you and your personality. Create a mind map or table about your idiolect, noting the different varieties of English you use in different situations and contexts.

home siblings parents grandparents school siblings friends teachers

What is it????

A type of language consisting of words and phrases that are regarded as very informal (colloquial), are more common in speech that in writing, and are typically restricted to a particular context or group of people. Slang – describes informal language - uses non standard words and phrases - typical of SPOKEN language e

Purposes -subversive and therefore reflects the desire to rebel against society’s norms and values -entertain + create humour -Express membership of a group, can exclude non members -Secret language which expresses solidarity

What slang words do you use & when??