Real Talk #027 – Asking about a product
Posted by Andrew Bates
14 Oct, 2018
Calling customer service over the phone can be scary in a second language. In this episode, Andrew gives...
Real Talk #025 – How to give a compliment
“Thanks so much for your effort!” “It’s all thanks to you!” The art of giving a compliment is sometimes difficult in a second language. In this episode, Andrew and Suzanne explore the best ways to give and receive compliments.
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Fun facts
Early in this episode, Andrew talks about his coffee plant. Coffee has a long and fascinating history. For example, one legend has it that an Ethiopian farmer noticed his goats getting really excited after eating from a coffee plant, and so coffee culture was born!
Expressions included in the study guide
- To cross [one’s] fingers
- Little guy
- Tricky
- Thanks to you
- Group effort
- Moment to shine
Credit: Something Elated by Broke For Free
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