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Nokia Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

Using the word "Appointment"

I have some confusion about how to use "Appointment".

I always thought that "Appointment" means "formal appointment". i.e. business appointment.

"I have an appointment with someone at 3pm" sounds very formal to me.

Is there a word to describe "informal appointment"? (e.g. dating, go to movies, hang out with friends)

Or maybe my understanding is wrong?

Thanks.
  

Top answer

You're right, 'appointment' is rather formal. ' I have a date ' is casual, or you can use the verb to indicate it: I'm meeting someone for coffee. I've arranged to meet the gang at 8.

— Mister Micawber

  • You're right, 'appointment' is rather formal.
  • ' I have a date ' is casual, or you can use the verb to indicate it: I'm meeting someone for coffee.
  • I've arranged to meet the gang at 8.
  • I'm getting together with Ed and Bob to go bowling.
  • Etc.
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You're right, 'appointment' is rather formal. 'I have a date' is casual, or you can use the verb to indicate it: I'm meeting someone for coffee. I've arranged to meet the gang at 8. I'm getting together with Ed and Bob to go bowling. Etc.
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