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What is Diction in Writing?

Diction - is the choice of


words writers use to
communicate their ideas. They
base their choice of diction on
the content, type or piece of
writing, and audience.
Word Choice:
Different
Types of
Diction in
Writing
1. Formal diction - uses grammatical
rules and uses proper syntax or the
formation of sentences. It is considered
as a professional choice of words which
can be found in legal documents like
business correspondences and
academic articles.
2. Informal diction - is more conversational
and often used in narrative literature. This
casual vernacular is representative of how
people communicate in real life, which
gives an author freedom to depict more
realistic characters. Most of the short
stories and novels use informal diction to
make it easier to understand by anyone
especially if the target audience is anyone.
3. Colloquial diction - These are
expressions which are connected to
informal. It is generally representing a
particular region or place or era or
period. Colloquial language generally
depends on where you come from as
different countries use different
abbreviations.
Example:
Some countries may refer to
drinks being “soda” while
others may refer it to “pop.”
4. Slang diction - is very informal
language or specific words used by a
particular group of people. You'll
usually hear slang spoken more often
than you'll see it put in writing, though
emails and texts often contain many
conversational slang words.
5. Poetic diction - is driven by melodious
words that identify with a particular
subject reflected in a sonnet, and make
a musical, or agreeable, sound. It
generally includes the utilization of
elucidating language, in some cases set
to a beat or rhyme.
Activity:
Directions: Create at least 2
paragraphs about Fiesta in your
town. Choose only one type of
diction in writing. Write your
paragraphs on your notebook.

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