Give Compliments Naturally in English
5 Minute English Talk

Give Compliments Naturally in English

B1IntermediateOctober 6, 20265 min
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  • Language learning

Do you always say “You look nice” or “Good job” when you want to compliment someone in English? Those phrases are perfectly correct, but there are many more natural and meaningful ways to give compliments. In this episode of 5-Minute English Talk, Chris and Jane teach you how to give compliments naturally in English and how to respond confidently when someone compliments you. You'll learn useful expressions for complimenting someone's appearance, clothes, skills, work, personality, and achievements. You'll also discover why specific compliments often sound more genuine than general ones. The simple i...

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Thank you. Actually, I've had it for years.

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Okay, now you're just trying to make me feel good.

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Hey Chris, that's a nice jacket. Oh, this? Thanks. It really suits you. Thank you. Actually, I've had it for years.

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Really? Well, you chose wisely. Okay, now you're just trying to make me feel good. Isn't that partly what a good compliment does? Fair point.

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And that's exactly what we're talking about today. Welcome to 5-Minute English Talk. I'm Chris. And I'm Jane. Today, we're learning how to give compliments naturally in English, and how to respond when someone compliments you. Complements are a great way to make conversations

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