Speaking Flashcards
Making small talks
Talking casually about simple topics
There are various tips for making small talk.
Strike up a conversation
Start a conversation
To strike up a conversation, you can make comments about the weather or the local surroundings.
Delicate subjects
Sensitive topics
Stay away from delicate subjects like religion and politics - you don’t want to get into a lengthy discussion or have an argument.
Lengthy discussion
Stay away from delicate subjects like religion or politics - you don’t want to get into a lengthy discussion or have an argument.
Lull in the conversation
A pause in the conversation
If there’s a lull in the conversation, ask the other person a question about themselves.
Go on and on
If you tell a story, don’t go on and on- remember that you’re having a brief chat; you’re not making a speech.
Cracking jokes
Be careful about cracking jokes - you might end up having to apologize profusely if the person is offended.
Apologize profusely
Apologize many times
Be careful about cracking jokes - you might end up having to apologize profusely if the person is offended.
Get straight to the point
Talk directly about the essential message
Having good communication skills can really improve your relationships. People appreciate it when you get to the point rather than dropping hints.
Drop hints
Having good communication skills can really improve your relationships. People appreciate it when you get straight to the point rather than dropping hints.
Stretch the truth
exaggerates the distorts the facts
Nobody trusts a person who tell lies or stretches the truth.
Tone of voice
It’s important to watch your tone of voice and avoid making sarcastic remarks or disparaging comments.
Disparaging comments
Very negative and destructive comments
It is important to watch your tone of voice and avoid making sarcastic remarks of disparaging comments.
Constructive criticism
If you must make a complaint, try to give constructive criticism.
