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Use plain language

Posted: Mon Dec 23, 2024 4:13 am
by ritu2000
There’s been loads of research on the benefits of using plain language, but the term is often misunderstood. There’s a common myth that using plain language means dumbing down content and people often worry that this makes their content inappropriate for audiences of skilled professionals or academics. However, plain language is beneficial for everyone.

So, what does using plain language mean? Writing phone number cambodia in plain language means simplifying sentences and removing unnecessary jargon to help you get your message across clearly and concisely.​ Even if you’re presenting to an audience of experts, there are many people who may benefit from you using plain language – such as people who have dyslexia, who speak English as a second language, or who might be struggling to focus due to various situational reasons.​

Of course, the language you use will be different depending on the audience you’re addressing. Writing in plain language correctly means identifying your audience and taking that into consideration when choosing what level of vocabulary to use. You can then make sure your message is communicated in full, but in a way that’s clear and easy to remember. If you don’t know your audience, their reading age could be lower than you think.

And finally, make sure that the plain language you use on your slides is reflected in your speech! If you want to learn more about plain language, read this really great article from Hoa Loranger.