piątek, 20 stycznia 2012

The 15 Biggest English Misunderstandings

The 15 Biggest English Misunderstandings

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British people are known for being very polite when speaking and expressing themselves. However, those who learn English and come from societies that use a more 'direct' way of communicating can misunderstand the message being transmitted.
The following is a list of 15 biggest misunderstandings (includes humour) that explains what a British person says, what they mean and what others understand from such expressions.

What the British say What the British mean What others understand
I hear what you say
I disagree and do not want to discuss it further He accepts my point of view
With the greatest respect...
I think you are an idiot He is listening to me
That's not bad
That's good That's poor
That is a very brave proposal
You are insane
He thinks I have courage
Quite good
A bit disappointing Quite good
I would suggest...
Do it or be prepared to justify yourself Think about the idea, but do what you like
Oh, incidentally / by the way
The primary purpose of our discussion is... That is not very important
I was a bit disappointed that
I am annoyed that
It doesn't really matter
Very interesting
That is clearly nonsense They are impressed
I'll bear it in mind I've forgotten it already
They will probably do it
I'm sure it's my fault
It's your fault
Why do they think it was their fault?
You must come for dinner
It's not an invitation, I'm just being polite
I will get an invitation soon
I almost agree
I don't agree at all
He's not far from agreement
I only have a few minor comments
Please re-write completely
He has found a few typos
Could we consider some other options

I don't like your idea

They have not yet decided
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Pozdrawiam
Radosław Jesionkowski


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