Jargon

much power it must also be used with care. If used unwisely, communication has the ability to destroy relationships and make cooperation impossible. The six barriers of communication will be discussed in the following paragraphs and they are cliché, jargon, slang, sexist and racist language, euphemisms, and doublespeak. Cliché is what happens when a saying that once held great power has fallen into disuse. Due to repetition all great sayings tend to lose their luster, just as a joke is hardly ever

communicate effectively with each other in order to reduce negative consequences that would be as a result of misunderstanding or damaged relationship. There are many barriers that would hinder any business communication process. These includes cliché, jargon, slang, sexist and racist language, euphemism, double speak. This essay briefly described these barriers to communication in a business setting. Cliché is a barrier of communication because it entails the use of once clever word or phrase that has

when communicating it is important to know not only how different language can benefit a communication, but also how it can be a hindrance. There are 6 barriers in language that can have ill-effects on the message that is being conveyed: clichés, jargon, slang, sexism/racism, euphemisms and doublespeak. This essay will describe each so that they will be easy to recognize and avoid in the communication process. Clichés are phrases, words or references that lack originality. “Actions speak louder than

police force, and I had two people to choose from. I would most definitely pick the person who knew more about the force and what goes on inside the force over someone who did not. People do not think that Jargon is something very important to know, but in all reality it is very important. Jargon in any field helps the people in that field know what is going on without letting other people who aren’t suppose to know. It is almost like it is a secret code and you had to be initiated in to know what

Hook up, according to dictionary.com is “an instance of people meeting, communicating, or cooperating.” The phrase “hook up” has a wide variety of meanings throughout different generations and different locations/cultures. The definition most people in high school or college understand from Urbandictionary.com is “to make out with someone, or to have sex with someone.” Because the phrase can be used in many different contexts, there is a lot of misunderstanding as to which definition is being referred

Explaining Tennis Jargon and Terminologies Like all other sports, tennis has its own set of terminologies and jargon. For every newbie, memorizing them can be tedious, but to be a master of the game, you need not only to know their meanings, but also understand them. Knowing these terms will certainly help you learn the game well and at the same time, make your coach’s life easier, given that he wouldn’t have to explain every term he mentions. Remember, every minute in your tennis holiday or coaching

Medical Jargon-Lost in translation Introduction Imagine you went to a hospital complaining of a sore throat and ‘runny’ nose, and this was the diagnosis the Doctors and nurses came up with; “ma’am/sir, you are suffering for ‘acute, mild, self-limiting catarrhal syndrome caused by rhinoviruses and coronaviruses”. Envision you did not speak or understand English and the doctor did not speak or understand your language, all this confusion and misunderstanding because you’re “doctors’ language is more

"Jargon is an occupation-specific language used by people in a given profession and does not necessarily imply formal education, but instead focuses on the language people in a profession use to communicate with each other." McLean, Scott (2010) Most commonly used in recent years comprises of word abbreviations such as internet jargon. For example, FAQ - Frequently asked questions BTW - By the

When communicating with adults it is usual to communicate in a more formal way, it can be helpful to know their preferred name.It 's important to use language that the other adult(s) are likely to understand. The use of jargon or technical language can see threatening and should not be used unless you are certain the terms being used are understood. Generally adults will be able to understand more than young people, verbal language and diagrams can contain lots of details information Requests for

When communicating with parents for example, the use of jargon should be avoided unless its meaning is understood by all. Itâ€TMs not just technical language, any terms that could cause offence through a lack of understanding should not be used. This comes back to social background discussed in question 3. In a case where information has been requested by a parent but you cannot provide it you should clarify exactly what they want then pass on the request to the appropriate person. An understanding