Esta proposta de atividade de Língua Inglesa com base no DC/GO – Ampliado e é destinada aos estudantes do 7º Ano do Ensino Fundamental Anos Finais.
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Formal and Informal Greetings
Greetings are an essential part of human interaction, serving as a means to acknowledge and establish connections with others. Depending on the context, greetings can be classified as either formal or informal, each carrying its own significance and appropriate usage.
Formal Greetings
Formal greetings are typically used in professional, official, or respectful settings. They are commonly employed when addressing elders, superiors, colleagues in a business environment, or individuals we do not know well. These greetings often include polite language and a degree of formality. Examples of formal greetings include:
- “Good morning, Mr. Smith. How are you today?”
- “Good afternoon, ma’am. It’s a pleasure to meet you.”
- “How do you do?”
- “I hope you are doing well.”
Such greetings are appropriate in workplaces, official meetings, academic settings, and when addressing people in positions of authority.
Informal Greetings
Informal greetings, on the other hand, are used in casual settings where a relaxed and friendly tone is preferred. These are commonly exchanged among friends, family members, peers, and acquaintances. Informal greetings tend to be shorter, more personal, and sometimes include slang or colloquial expressions. Examples of informal greetings include:
- “Hey! How’s it going?”
- “Hi there! What’s up?”
- “Morning! How are you?”
- “Yo!”
These greetings are typically used in social gatherings, among friends, at home, or in less rigid environments where formalities are not necessary.
Choosing the Right Greeting
The choice between a formal or informal greeting depends largely on the context, the relationship between the individuals, and cultural norms. In professional and unfamiliar settings, it is generally best to start with a formal greeting until the relationship becomes more comfortable. Conversely, among friends and family, informal greetings are more appropriate and help to maintain a relaxed atmosphere.
Understanding the difference between formal and informal greetings allows for better communication and fosters positive relationships in various social and professional interactions. Mastering this distinction ensures respect, appropriateness, and a good first impression in any situation.
Leia o diálogo abaixo e responda às questões sobre o mesmo:
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QUESTION 01
A principal diferença entre os cumprimentos “Good morning” e “Hi” é que
(A) “Good morning” é usado à noite, enquanto “Hi” é usado de manhã.
(B) “Good morning” é formal, e “Hi” é informal.
(D) “Good morning” é usado apenas com amigos, e “Hi” é usado com professores.
(D) “Good morning” e “Hi” significam a mesma coisa.
QUESTION 02
A expressão que a professora recomenda para uma despedida formal é
(A) Bye!
(B) See you later!
(C) Goodbye.
(D) Hey!
QUESTION 03
Desembaralhe as Letras e Descubra os Cumprimentos
(A) GNINDOROM DOOG –
(B) NOONRETAF DOOG –
(C) EYB –
(D YEH –
(E) EM CUSEXE –
(F) OLLEH –
(G) EYB DOOG –
(H)UP TAHSW –
(I) EM NODRAP –
(J) GNINEVE DOOG –
QUESTION 04
Crie um diálogo em inglês, completado os speech balloons de cada situação:
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| Autoria | Profª Drª Sueidy Lourencio |
| Formação | Letras: Português/Inglês – Doutorado em Educação |
| Componente Curricular | Língua Inglesa |
| Habilidades | (EF07LI01-A) Utilizar os cumprimentos e as expressões cordiais, Good morning!/ Good bye./ Excuse me./Pardon me/ relacionando a linguagem formal e/ou coloquial para estabelecer interação comunicativa no convívio social. |
| Referências | MAKAR, Barbara W. Primary Phonics. 1. ed. Chicago: Modern Curriculum Press, 2018. KOUSTAFF, Lesley. Oxford Discover. 2. ed. v. 1. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2018. KOUSTAFF, Lesley. Oxford Discover. 2. ed. v. 2. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2018. |