From this article, pick an expression from each category (total of 5) that you want to master by the end of class. Throughout the class, try using these expressions in your responses and check them with your tutor.
이 글에서 각 카테고리(총 5개)에서 수업이 끝날 때까지 마스터하고 싶은 표현을 하나씩 골라 보세요. 수업 내내 이 표현을 답안에 사용해 보고 튜터에게 확인해 보세요.
Q3
How do you typically describe things that you like and don’t like? Which of your current expressions are you most eager to upgrade?
여러분은 일반적으로 좋아하는 것과 싫어하는 것을 어떻게 표현하나요? 현재 사용하고 있는 표현 중 가장 업그레이드하고 싶은 표현은 무엇인가요?
Q4
What is a hot trend in Korea right now? What do you think about it?
지금 한국에서 가장 핫한 트렌드는 무엇인가요? 이에 대해 어떻게 생각하시나요?
Q5
How was your day today/yesterday? How come?
오늘/어제의 하루는 어땠나요?
Q6
Give a review of something you did last weekend. Would you recommend it to a friend, and why or why not? (If you find yourself wanting to use “good” or “bad”, work with your tutor to try out some new expressions together).
지난 주말에 한 일에 대해 후기를 남겨주세요. 그 일을 친구에게 추천할 의향이 있으신가요? ('좋다' 또는 '나쁘다'를 사용하고 싶다면 튜터와 함께 새로운 표현을 시도해 보세요).
Q7
What do you think is overrated? (Think about current trends, vacation destinations, foods, music groups, books, etc.)
어떤 것이 과대평가되었다고 생각하나요? (최신 트렌드, 휴가 명소, 음식, 음악 그룹, 책 등에 대해 생각해 보세요.)
Q8
Have you been really into any particular hobby lately? Can you get into the details about why you enjoy it?
최근에 특별히 몰두하고 있는 취미가 있나요? 그 취미를 즐기는 이유에 대해 자세히 말씀해 주시겠어요?
Q9
Imagine that you are in a business meeting, where a colleague introduced an idea that you thought was very boring and not likely to succeed. How could you express your opinion in a formal and polite way, while still being honest?
비즈니스 회의에 참석했는데 동료가 매우 지루하고 성공 가능성이 없다고 생각되는 아이디어를 소개했다고 상상해 보세요. 어떻게 하면 솔직하면서도 정중하고 공손하게 자신의 의견을 표현할 수 있을까요?
Q10
What is something you frequently recommend to friends or colleagues? How come?
친구나 동료에게 자주 추천하는 것이 무엇인가요? 그 이유는 무엇인가요?
Q11
What are some other expressions that you find yourself repeating frequently? Share them with your tutor.
여러분이 자주 반복하는 다른 표현에는 어떤 것이 있나요? 튜터와 공유해 주세요.
Q12
If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.
궁금한 점이 있거나 수업 중에 얘기해 보고 싶은 질문이 있으면 적어주세요.
Expressions
choppy
irregular or uneven in flow or progress, often describing a conversation or narrative
Example
1
The boat ride was really choppy and I felt seasick.
Example
2
The discussion during the meeting became choppy as different opinions clashed, making it hard to reach a consensus.
keep (something) in your back pocket
have something readily available for future use or reference
Example
1
Keep these ideas in your back pocket, we might need them later.
Example
2
These conversation starters are quite engaging; I'll keep them in my back pocket for the next social gathering.
on point
precise, accurate, or relevant to the topic being discussed. OR Exceptionally well-executed or precisely matched to one's preferences or expectations
Example
1
Your outfit is on point today!
Example
2
The flavors in the gourmet meal were on point, each element perfectly complementing the others to create a truly memorable dining experience.
on the fence
undecided or unsure about a particular issue or choice
Example
1
I’m on the fence about whether to go to the party or not.
Example
2
I'm on the fence about whether to join the book club, as I'm not sure if I'll have enough time to commit.
underwhelming
failing to meet expectations or not producing the desired effect, often resulting in disappointment
Example
1
The concert was underwhelming, the band didn’t play as well as I had hoped.
Example
2
The much-anticipated movie turned out to be underwhelming, lacking the excitement we were hoping for.
(something) isn’t my cup of tea
not something that one personally enjoys or is interested in
Example
1
The book wasn’t my cup of tea, I didn’t enjoy it as much as I thought I would.
Example
2
While some people enjoy thrill-seeking activities like bungee jumping, it simply wasn't my cup of tea.
blown away
extremely impressed or astonished by something
Example
1
I was blown away by the performance, it was amazing!
Example
2
When I saw the grandeur of the historical monument, I was completely blown away by its sheer magnificence.
hot-takes
strong, opinionated, and often controversial viewpoints on a subject, usually expressed boldly and quickly
Example
1
He always has hot-takes on the latest news.
Example
2
The radio show is known for its hosts' entertaining hot-takes on current events, sparking lively discussions among listeners.
본 교재는 당사 편집진이 제작하는 링글의 자산으로 저작권법에 의해 보호됩니다. 링글 플랫폼 외에서 자료를 활용하시는 경우 당사와 사전 협의가 필요합니다.
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