12 natural English reactions for everyday conversation
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12 natural English reactions for everyday conversation

B1IntermediateAugust 17, 202610 min
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Native English speakers react to each other constantly with short phrases like "No way!", "Fair enough" and "What a nightmare", but you rarely find them in a textbook. In this episode, Nick teaches twelve of these natural reactions, grouped into surprise, agreement and sympathy, and explains how your intonation can completely change the feeling of the same few words. There's a quick practice section too, so you can try them out straight away. ➡️ Click here to watch the video version of this episode. ➡️ To receive regular free mini-lessons like this straight to your inbox, v...

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I'm going to go to the next station, where you can find the place where you can find the place. You can also visit the London Pud Got engaged?

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Okay I won three concert tickets Okay My train was cancelled

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Okay Do you sometimes feel like every piece of news gets the same reaction when you're speaking English? Many English learners know what they want to say, but when it comes to reacting naturally

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