Style of speech Hello! Does this style have a name? What do you call it in English (without using words like "pompous" or "pretentious")? Percy, however, held out his hand solemnly as though he and Harry had never met and said, “Harry. How nice to see you.” “Hello, Percy,” said Harry, trying not to laugh. “I hope you’re well?” said Percy pompously, shaking hands. It was rather like being introduced to the mayor. “Very well, thanks —” "Harry!” said Fred, elbowing Percy out of the way and bowing deeply. “Simply splendid to see you, old boy —” “Marvelous,” said George, pushing Fred aside and seizing Harry’s hand in turn. “Absolutely spiffing.” Percy scowled. “That’s enough, now,” said Mrs. Weasley. “Mum!” said Fred as though he’d only just spotted her and seizing her hand too. “How really corking to see you —” © J. K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Thank you!