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GCSE English Language · key term
The variety of English using widely accepted grammatical conventions, suitable for communication across regions and commonly used in public writing and education. It can be formal or informal.
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The widely accepted grammatical forms used in formal written and spoken English; it is not a particular accent.
The widely recognised conventions of English grammar and usage, suitable for formal written communication.
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The variety of English with widely accepted conventions of grammar, vocabulary and spelling, used appropriately in education and public communication. It can be spoken in different accents.
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A variety of English using widely accepted grammatical forms and vocabulary. It can be formal or informal and can be spoken in different accents.
Revise: Standard English and grammarStandard English uses widely accepted grammatical forms and vocabulary. It is not an accent, and it does not require every sentence to sound like a formal report.
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The grammatical conventions of English commonly used in public communication and education; it can be used in both formal and conversational writing.
Revise: Writing a blogStandard English does not mean that every sentence must sound formal. First-person comments, direct address and familiar examples can create a friendly voice while the grammar and spelling remain controlled.
The widely accepted conventions of English grammar and vocabulary used in public communication, education and much published writing. It can be used in both formal and informal styles.
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The widely accepted variety of English used in education, publishing and many public contexts, with established grammatical conventions. It can be formal or informal.
Revise: Standard English and grammarStandard English is the widely accepted variety used in education, publishing and many public contexts. It is not an accent, and using it does not mean that other dialects are inferior. It gives writers a shared set of grammatical conventions through which they can communicate clearly with a wide audience.
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Revise: Standard English and grammarStandard English uses widely accepted grammatical conventions. It is not an accent, and it does not mean using elaborate words. 'I haven't finished yet' is Standard English, even though it is conversational.
