Rishi: The tonality just changes when you're trying to communicate with someone specifically in English by using more kind of polite language or more soft language. So that's two ways how you can see communication either being lost or communication enhancing, he says. Rishi suggests a simple sentence format where you have one subject, one verb or one object or and one object. If you still are receiving raised eyebrows or the question marks in your email then go ahead and try doing compound sentences because it doesn't feel so robotic or perfunctory.
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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