Business English from All Ears English BE 463: Expert, Excerpt, and Expect- What's the Difference?
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Sep 11, 2025 Discover the nuances between 'expert,' 'excerpt,' and 'expect' in today's discussion, emphasizing clear communication in business. The hosts provide clarity on these commonly confused terms, highlighting their importance in professional settings. Learn how excerpts can enrich speeches and presentations, making them more engaging. Explore the complexities of words beginning with 'ex' while sharing practical strategies for language mastery. The conversation emphasizes improving spelling skills through exposure and advocating for a connection over perfection in learning.
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Use Expect For Predictions And Demands
- Do use expect to talk about anticipation or demands in sentences like "I expect you to finish the proposal by Tuesday."
- Use expect when predicting outcomes or stating expectations for others' behavior.
Expert Means Deep Subject Knowledge
- Expert means someone who knows a lot about a subject and whose opinion you can rely on.
- People often say "you're the expert" to defer technical decisions to the knowledgeable person.
Examples Of Excerpts In Speeches
- An excerpt is a section taken from a larger piece of writing, song, or movie.
- Lindsay and Michelle give examples like using an excerpt from Charlotte's Web in a speech.
