C2
jargon vs slang
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| jargonnoun/ˈdʒɑːr.ɡən/ | Meaning special words used by a particular group or profession that other people find hard to understand | Goes with technical jargon | Example The doctor explained the test results without using any medical jargon. |
| slangnoun/slæŋ/ | Meaning informal words and expressions that are common in speech, often among young people, but not in serious writing | Goes with slang word | Example 'Lit' is slang for something that is exciting or very good. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
When you write for the public, try to avoid .