Here are some more helpful English phrases you can use while visiting a restaurant and you are finished with the meal. Also note that the practice of tipping is expected in the United States, especially for restaurant workers whose wages mostly come from tips.
Is tipping customary where you live? Share with us below. #ConversationalEnglish
Is tipping customary where you live? Share with us below. #ConversationalEnglish
The term college can have two different meanings, as shown on this graphic. It can refer to a higher-education institution, for instance, "Marta will begin her studies at the local college after she graduates from high school." It can also refer to a smaller part of a higher-education institution, as in "Marta will study journalism in the college of communications at North West University."
How is the term college used where you live? Share with us in the comments. #EducationUSA
How is the term college used where you live? Share with us in the comments. #EducationUSA
Do you enjoy going to restaurants? Here are some useful phrases for arriving and ordering.
Use one of these phrases to tell us what you'd like to order if you were at a restaurant right now! #ConversationalEnglish
Use one of these phrases to tell us what you'd like to order if you were at a restaurant right now! #ConversationalEnglish
Check out the responses to thank you shown here. Which of these have you used before? Are any of them new to you? #ConversationalEnglish
Saying thank you is an important part of being polite. Take a look at these ways to express your thanks informally or formally.
When someone does something kind for you, what do you usually say? Tell us below. #ConversationalEnglish
When someone does something kind for you, what do you usually say? Tell us below. #ConversationalEnglish
Have you ever clammed up when speaking in English? Take a look at this graphic for the meaning of this idiom. 🤐🤐🤐
What makes you clam up in conversation? Share with us below! #IdiomsAndSayings
What makes you clam up in conversation? Share with us below! #IdiomsAndSayings
Small talk, or polite conversation on simple matters, is a phenomenon that does not exist in every culture. However, it is an important skill to have in the United States.
Common small talk topics include the weather, shared interests, sports, and current events. It is generally taboo to talk about finances or religion.
What are the questions you like to ask someone to find out your common interests? What are typical small talk topics where you live? #ConversationalEnglish
Common small talk topics include the weather, shared interests, sports, and current events. It is generally taboo to talk about finances or religion.
What are the questions you like to ask someone to find out your common interests? What are typical small talk topics where you live? #ConversationalEnglish
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Not me crying while watching Olivia Rodrigo crying after hearing her song "drivers license" on the radio for the first time.
Emotional intelligence isn't just about understanding and regulating our own feelings. It also involves how we relate to others and show empathy for their feelings.
Take a look at the questions shown here. When you have a friend who is experiencing strong emotions (positive or negative) how do you offer support? Tell us in the comments! #SmallTalk #EmotionalIntelligence
Take a look at the questions shown here. When you have a friend who is experiencing strong emotions (positive or negative) how do you offer support? Tell us in the comments! #SmallTalk #EmotionalIntelligence
A "stressor" is something that makes you stressed. It could be loud noises, traffic, or being late. The graphic below explains stress management and provides a strategy.
What are some things that stress you out? What can you do to reduce that feeling? For example, if you know it can be very loud outside your window in the afternoon, you may want to put on some soothing background noise or music. Tell us some ideas about how you could manage the stress in your life. #EmotionalIntelligence
What are some things that stress you out? What can you do to reduce that feeling? For example, if you know it can be very loud outside your window in the afternoon, you may want to put on some soothing background noise or music. Tell us some ideas about how you could manage the stress in your life. #EmotionalIntelligence
Emotional intelligence involves more than just turning inward and developing an understanding of our own feelings. It also includes recognizing the emotions of others and responding to them in ways that help build positive relationships. Do you feel that you are skilled at doing this? Tell us why below. #EmotionalIntelligence