All Ears English Podcast AEE: Build More Togetherness With This English Word
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Sep 6, 2025 Discover how the word 'together' can transform your social invitations and enhance connections. The hosts humorously discuss the challenges of making friends as adults. Language’s impact on relationships is explored, emphasizing how phrasing can foster stronger bonds. Learn about casual phrases like 'come along' and their nuances in both friendly and romantic contexts. Role-play examples illustrate the importance of informal communication in creating camaraderie and inviting others into your life. Get ready to improve your English and social skills!
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Use 'Together' To Emphasize Connection
- Add the single word "together" to invitations to emphasize connection and shared time.
- Use it to make plans feel personal and relationship-focused rather than activity-focused.
Making Friends As An Adult Feels Awkward
- Michelle shares meeting a friend-of-a-friend in Boulder and feeling unsure about asking for contact details.
- This illustrates how awkward adult friend-making can feel and motivates using clear invites.
Small Words Shift Imagined Intentions
- Saying "want to play tennis" feels neutral or group-focused, while "want to play tennis together" centers the relationship.
- Small wording shifts change how people imagine the interaction and your intentions.