All Ears English Podcast AEE 2482: Agreeable Ways to Agree in English
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Sep 22, 2025 Explore the nuances of the word 'kidding' and its role in English conversations. Discover how affirming recommendations can strengthen social bonds. Enjoy playful role-plays showcasing phrases like 'true story' and 'you called it,' while learning about their context and usage. Each tip aims to enhance your fluency and connection with others.
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Meaning Of "Kidding" Phrases
- "Kidding" means joking and phrases like "you weren't kidding" affirm someone's truth or opinion.
- Using this phrase endorses the speaker and signals agreement from your own experience.
Affirm Recommendations With Feeling
- Use "you weren't kidding" after you try something to affirm the recommender's accuracy.
- Say it with feeling to emphasize genuine agreement and build connection.
Agreement Builds Connection
- Affirming someone's correct recommendation creates a connection and mutual trust.
- Returning to someone to say they were right wires stronger social bonds.