1. Précis Writing
Abstract Outline Synopsis

2. Definition
Summary of a written text.
Compressing an idea .
Restating in few words as
possible
Shortened form of the main
points of a text.

3. Aspects
Meaning
LanguageLength

4. Meaning
Read the passage carefully.
Grasp the central theme
Give a suitable title.
Pickoutthemainpoints,omitdetails.
Givelogicalsequenceandcoherence.

5. Language
Use your own words. Avoid expressions
used in the text.
Write in full sentences & avoid telegraphic
language.
Use indirect speech. Write as third (3rd)
Person.
Avoid personal opinions.
Avoid quotations.

6. Length
Aims at compression so
length should be one-third of
the number of words.

7. How to reduce length
Avoid all illustrations/examples.
Avoid figures of speech.
Avoid emphatic sentences.
Use a single word for a group of
words.
Use the method of substitution.

8. Now try one .........