Scribd
Upload
16 views

Conversion of Informal phrases to formal

The document provides exercises for converting informal phrases and sentences into formal language. It includes examples of informal phrases with their formal counterparts, as well as complete sentences and email snippets that require a more professional tone. The exercises are designed to help students practice and improve their formal communication skills.

Uploaded by

daggupatikarthik141
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
16 views

Conversion of Informal phrases to formal

The document provides exercises for converting informal phrases and sentences into formal language. It includes examples of informal phrases with their formal counterparts, as well as complete sentences and email snippets that require a more professional tone. The exercises are designed to help students practice and improve their formal communication skills.

Uploaded by

daggupatikarthik141
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 3

Exercise: Converting Informal Phrases to Formal Phrases

Below are sentences with informal phrases. Rewrite them to make them more formal and
professional.

Example:
Informal: We need to sort out this mess ASAP.
Formal: We need to resolve this issue as soon as possible.

Informal Phrases Formal Phrases

1 Can you drop me a mail about it? Can you send me an email about it?

2 Let’s figure this out later. Let us resolve this later.

3 I’m fine with whatever works for you. I am fine with whichever option you prefer.

4 We’re cool with the plan. We are in agreement with the plan.

5 I’ll get back to you soon. I will respond to you shortly.

6 What’s up with the project? What is the status of the project?

7 Let me know if you’re okay with this. Please let me know if this is acceptable to you.

8 I need more time to finish it. I require additional time to complete it.

Part B: Convert the tone of the following Complete Sentences to the formal tone

1. Hey team, just wanted to check in on how things are going.


2. Sorry for the screw-up, it won’t happen again.
3. We’re gonna have to change the schedule.

Answers

1. Hello team, I would like to check on the progress of the tasks.


2. I apologize for the mistake; it will not happen again.
3. We will need to revise the schedule.

Part C: Rewrite Informal Email Snippet

Informal:
Hi Team,
Just wanted to remind you that we’re running behind on the deadline. Please send over the docs
by tonight. Let me know if there’s an issue.
Formal:
Dear Team,
I would like to remind you that we are currently behind schedule on the deadline. Kindly submit
the documents by the end of the day. Please inform me if you encounter any challenges.

Exercises for students

Part A. Convert the following informal phrases to formal one


1. We gotta get this done soon.
2. I’m swamped right now.
3. I didn’t like how you handled it.
4. Can you double-check this for me?
5. This is your call, not mine.
6. Let’s keep it simple for now.
7. I’ll keep you posted on what’s happening.
8. Let’s touch base next week.
9. It’s not my problem.
10. I’m on it.
11. You need to fix this ASAP.
12. We’re doing fine so far.
13. I’m having second thoughts about this.
14. We’re gonna need more time for this.
15. I don’t think that’s a good idea.
16. I think we’re good to go.
17. Can you do me a favor?
18. Let’s dig deeper into this later.
19. I’m not sure how this fits in.
20. Just shoot me a quick email.
21. I don’t wanna waste time on this.
22. I’ll deal with it later.
23. What’s the point of doing this?
24. This seems like a dead end.
25. I don’t see how this helps.
26. Sorry, I’ll have to pass.
27. I’ve got a lot on my plate right now.
28. Let’s see how it goes.
29. I’ll ping you when I’m done.
30. Let’s wrap this up.

Part B: Complete Sentences

1. You need to send me those files by tomorrow.


2. Let’s catch up to talk about the updates.
3. This is not gonna work; we need a new idea.
4. I don’t get what you mean, can you explain?
5. It’s up to you to sort this out.

Part C: Rewrite Informal Email Snippet to the professional tone.

1. Hey everyone,
I need you to send me the project updates ASAP. We can’t afford any delays.
2. Hi Mallika,
Just checking in to see if you’ve made any progress on the task. Let me know if you need help.
3. Hi Sasi,
Sorry to bother you, but can you look at this for me? I need your feedback ASAP.
4.Hi Team,
Just wanted to say great job on the presentation. Keep it up!
5. Hey All,
The meeting’s been moved to 3 PM. Let me know if that doesn’t work for you.
6. Hi Sashank,
Can you get back to me on this by EOD? We really need to wrap this up.
7.Hey Priya
We don’t think this approach is gonna work. Let’s brainstorm some new ideas.
8.Hi Adithya,
Thanks for the update. I’ll look into it later and let you know.

You might also like