Reflective writing 5
Formal Writing A formal piece of writing is used when we do not have any idea of the person, or when we know the person but haven’t exchanged words, or we are not having familiar terms with the person who receives the letter. Here, we use formal language which indicates dignified and deferential regard for the reader. It is used when writing for academic, professional and legal purposes. Formal Writing is a bit difficult as we have to consider some important points are to be kept in mind with respect to: -Word choice and tone should be polite. -No use of first and second person singular pronouns -Use of positive and literal language and academic vocabulary. -Avoiding repetition and over generalisation. Use of proper spelling, grammar and punctuation -No use of contractions, cliche, colloquial diction and abbreviations -Sentences are fully elaborated and concluded. -Avoid use of jargons. -No emotional language -No statistics without proper reference. -Full of objectivity, as proper evid...