How do you usually react when a friend tells you bad news?
Oh dear / How awful / Oh no
Which of these is the most polite way to give advice to a friend?
“Maybe you could try this.”
“Do it like this.”
“You must do this.”
Imagine your friend wants to move to another city. What advice would you give, and how would you sound supportive?
“That’s a big step, but it could be exciting! Maybe you could visit the city first. I’m sure you’ll meet lots of new people.”
A friend tells you, “I lost my phone yesterday.” What could you say to show sympathy and offer help?
“Oh no, that’s terrible! Have you tried calling it or going to the police?”
Is “That’s amazing! What are you going to do next?” an example of sympathy or pleasure?
Pleasure
Can you say one sentence from an informal email where you add some new information?
In addition, .../ Apart from ... / Besides, ...
Can you name two polite phrases to make suggestions?
“Maybe you could…” / “Why don’t you…?” / “You should…/ What about ...”
Can you say two friendly informal email sentences responding to this news: “I got the job I applied for!”
“Wow, I'm glad to hear that! Congratulations! You really deserved it.”