How to Order Tea in Russian

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The book Give Me Tea, please subtitle practical ingredients for a tasteful language. The title really came about due to my experience in Moscow where I was trying again to just use the language immediately and speak very small, short, simple sentences. In other languages, it may be perfectly fine. There's so much packed into the difference between give me tea, please And I would like some tea.

743. Give me Tea, Please - Practical Ingredients for Tasteful Language (with Natasha V Broodie) + ramble / song

Talking to author Natasha V Broodie who has written a book which aims to help learners of English understand the subtle codes of polite language when making requests and giving information in professional and personal contexts. In the conversation we explore the topic and consider some tips for making your language more culturally appropriate.

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