functional English

Functional English is usage of the English language required to perform a specific function. This is typically taught as a foundation subject when a good command of English is required for academic study and career progression.{{citation |title=Functional English For Class 11 - The Orient Longman Practice Book |author=Nalini Ravindran |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=2a4mvurSvFwC&pg=PP9 |page=9 |year=2004 |isbn=978-81-250-2782-9}} In some cases, a particular form of technical English, such as Aviation English, may be required for a particular vocation. Such specialised usage is known and taught as English for specific purposes (ESP).{{citation |title=Functional English |publisher=Bhavdiya Prakashan |author=Abnish Singh Chauhan |url=http://bhavdiya.com/view_cata.php?cat_id=english|page=13 |year=2012 |isbn=978-93-80969-64-0}}

Functional English differs from traditional English studies by emphasizing practical communication skills over literary analysis.