Formal / Informal English

Formal and Informal English Learning Materials

These materials consist of 3 sets of worksheets and flashcards to help primary school students learn the difference between formal and informal English.

Worksheet Activities (3 levels):

Students practice formalizing informal phrases and matching formal and informal equivalents.

• Transform colloquial expressions into formal language
• Write out formal versions of informal phrases
• Match informal phrases to their formal counterparts

Flashcard Activities:

Sets of formal and informal phrase flashcards for matching and speaking practice.
Students match informal cards with their formal counterparts and vice versa.
Flashcards can also be used for speaking and role-play activities where students practice changing between formal and informal language.

The activities are designed to:

• Develop vocabulary around formal vs informal language
• Foster an awareness of context and audience in language choice
• Provide differentiated practice to suit a range of learning levels