Unit 1 - Lesson 1

to send and receive messages on an online platform

She enjoys chatting with her friends late into the night.

to talk about the private lives of others with someone, often sharing secrets or spreading untrue information

During lunch, the coworkers gossiped about a colleague's sudden resignation, speculating about the reasons behind it.

brief and polite conversation about random subjects, often in a social setting

During the reception, they engaged in small talk about the weather and local events.

to give someone a sign of welcoming or a polite word when meeting them

People commonly greet each other with a friendly "hello" or a warm smile.

a comment on a person's looks, behavior, achievements, etc. that expresses one's admiration or praise for them

Giving someone a genuine compliment can brighten their day.

to talk with excessive pride about one's achievements, abilities, etc. in order to draw the attention of others

During the interview, the candidate couldn't help but boast about their extensive experience and impressive track record

to speak in a low or unclear voice, often so that the words are difficult to understand

He tends to mumble when he's nervous, making it challenging to follow his speech.

to express thoughts freely and confidently

Employees need to speak up if they witness unethical behavior.

to speak to someone in a way that suggests they are inferior or less intelligent than the speaker

Instead of talking down, offer constructive feedback for improvement.

to accidentally hit something with one's foot and almost fall

She stumbled over the uneven sidewalk and nearly fell face-first.