Business English from All Ears English BE 459: Simple Swaps for Better Hedging in English
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Sep 2, 2025 Explore effective communication strategies in business English with a focus on hedging. Discover how to balance confidence and politeness using softening phrases. Learn the significance of context when expressing uncertainty while maintaining clarity. The discussion includes personal anecdotes and role plays, illustrating how simple language swaps can enhance assertiveness. The hosts encourage intentional language choices for better professional connections.
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Match Your Language To The Context
- Consider the context before choosing hedging language in meetings or presentations.
- Match your tone to the room, role, and desired vibe to avoid sounding unsure or overbearing.
Show Confidence When You Have Expertise
- If you are expert in the topic, avoid weak hedges and show confidence.
- Use stronger phrasing when you know the subject to convey competence and influence.
Use Stronger Hedging Phrases
- Level up your hedging vocabulary to use stronger, more professional phrases.
- Replace flimsy hedges with mid-strength options to sound open but competent.