Polite Replies in Conversation

What are we learning today?

You will learn how to answer politely when something is unexpected.

Explanation

• Sometimes people say something you do not expect.
• Answer in a full, polite sentence.
• If you did not hear, say: "Sorry, can you repeat that please?"
• If a fact is wrong, say: "No, it's Jane."
• If it is right, say: "Yes, that's right."

Examples

1. "Your name is Janet?" "No, it's Jane."
2. "Is that right?" "Yes, that's right."
3. "Nice to meet you." "Nice to meet you, too!"

Remember!

• A full sentence is clearer and more polite than "No".
• Add one fact if you need to.

Check yourself

1. Your partner says your name wrongly. What can you say?
2. Complete the reply: "Nice to meet you." "..."