language learning center · C1 · Lesson 6

Adapting register with precision

Adjust directness, formality, and interpersonal distance while keeping the same request or criticism clear.

Step 1 of 8 — Dialogue

~5 min~40 min total

Work from a natural example to useful language, one small pattern, a spoken attempt, and a response that is relevant to your life.

Leila

Could you clarify what you mean by “final”? I want to make sure we are working from the same assumption.

Marcus

Of course. I meant ready for internal review, not ready for publication.

Leila

That helps. Would you mind updating the heading so that the distinction is explicit?

Marcus

Certainly. With a close colleague, I might simply say, “Can you make that clearer?”, but this version suits the wider group.