Definitions
- Referring to specialized language or terminology used within a particular profession or field. - Describing technical language that may be difficult for non-experts to understand. - Talking about words or phrases that are specific to a particular group or community.
- Referring to the set of words and phrases that a person knows and uses in their language. - Describing the range of words and expressions that are available to a person in a particular language. - Talking about the words and phrases that are specific to a particular topic or field.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve words and language.
- 2Both are related to communication.
- 3Both can be specific to a particular field or topic.
- 4Both can be learned and expanded over time.
- 5Both can be used to convey meaning and understanding.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Jargon is more limited in scope and refers specifically to technical language within a particular field, while vocabulary can refer to all the words and expressions available in a language.
- 2Usage: Jargon is typically used by professionals within a particular field, while vocabulary is used by everyone in everyday communication.
- 3Accessibility: Jargon can be difficult for non-experts to understand, while vocabulary is generally more accessible to a wider audience.
- 4Connotation: Jargon can have a negative connotation as it may be seen as exclusionary or elitist, while vocabulary is neutral or positive.
- 5Function: Jargon serves to communicate precise meaning within a particular field, while vocabulary serves to convey meaning in general communication.
Remember this!
Jargon and vocabulary both relate to words and language, but they differ in scope, usage, accessibility, connotation, and function. Jargon refers specifically to technical language within a particular field, while vocabulary can refer to all the words and expressions available in a language. Jargon is used by professionals within a particular field to communicate precise meaning, while vocabulary is used by everyone in everyday communication to convey meaning.
