French phrase
Dans quel registre se situe ~ ?
Meaning
What register does ___ belong to?
When to use it
Asks about the style or formality of a word or phrase. It can distinguish spoken, written, informal, and formal usage.
Example dialogue
Dans quel registre se situe ce mot ?
What register does this word belong to?
C'est plutôt familier, on l'emploie entre amis.
It's fairly informal. It's used among friends.