Is it ever appropriate for a man to use women's speech? Is it ever appropriate for a woman to use men's speech? Give an example.

Answer 1

What do you mean by "women's" or "men's" speech?

Answer 2

I mean style of communication. Men are generally more direct and women are indirect in the way they communicate.

Answer 3

That's a broad generality, and certainly isn't true of many men and women.

Given that, people should use the style of speech with which they are comfortable and is appropriate to the situation and the audience.

Answer 4

I guess this will be a good answer to use. "people should use the style of speech with which they are comfortable and is appropriate to the situation and the audience." Thanks!

Answer 5

These articles might give support for Ms.Sue's statement.

http://www.members.cox.net/dagershaw/lol/CommunicationGenderBias.html
http://www.members.cox.net/dagershaw/lol/Androgyny.htm

I hope this helps a little more.