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How to be polite in English
Článek byl vydán 1. února 2017
I reshaped the text „How to be polite in English“ and tailored it for my students for every level of English. It’s always good to know the British manners within my English course. Students appreciated it and laughed.
How to be polite in English .
Perhaps the most lasting stereotype of the British is that they are extremely polite and never really say what they mean.A common complaint from overseas is that Brits are incapable of expressing their feelings directly, particularly when those feelings are negative or may cause offence.Moreover, it often seems that polite phrases in English are used by Brits to convey hidden meanings, which are only intelligible to their compatriots.
However this causes many problems to foreigners who misinterpret the polite words.
used by Brits, both in personal and business situations.Many of the people including the native speakers from the USA say that their interactions with British people lead them to doubt their proficiency in the English language because they are simply confused!.
Indeed, this insistence upon hiding negative feelings or criticism behind seemingly positive polite expressions has caused so many difficulties abroad.Most of the expressions can be found in everyday conversation in Britain and as such may prove very useful.
.What the British say What the British mean What others understand I hear what you say I disagree and don’t want to discuss it further He accepts my point of view With the greatest respect You are an idiot He is listening to me Quite good A bit disappointing Quite good I was a bit disappointed I am annoyed that… It doesn’t really matter Very interesting That is clearly nonsense They are impressed I’ll bear it in mind I’ve forgotten it already They will probably do it I am sure it’s my fault It’s your fault Why do they think it was their fault? You must come for dinner It’s not an invitation.I’m just being polite. I will get an invitation soon. I almost agree I don’t agree at all We will make an agreement I only have a few minor comments Please rewrite it completely He has found a few typos That is a very brave proposal You are insane He thinks I have courage That’s not bad That’s good That’s poor
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Zdroj: http://onlineteachersuk.com.