When Is Jargon Appropriate?

You'll need jargon when you're talking to a technical audience about a technical topic. Using vague layman's translations in a specialist industry conversation is only going to obscure meaning. Plus, if you fail to use the correct terminology, you risk appearing incompetent.

When should you not use jargon?

At best, jargon risks confusing the audience through wordiness or the use of obscure terms. At worst, it completely defeats the intent of the writer to communicate with clarity. Therefore, you should generally avoid using jargon unless you define the words for your readers who may not understand them.

What is the rule of jargon?

Jargon is the language of specialized terms used by a group or profession. It's common shorthand among experts and used sensibly can be a quick and efficient way of communicating. ... Every profession, trade and organization has its own specialized terms.