#21 Breaking The Ice 1

Key Word

gadget: a small device or machine with a particular purpose

We had to use these gadgets called calculators.

 

I don't believe...

I don't believe we've met. 우리 만난 적 없는 거 같은데요.I don't believe I've seen you before.

 

Looks like I'm not the only one who...

Looks like I'm not the only one who forgot an umbrella.

Looks like I'm not the only one who needs energy.

 

Not only... but...

Not only did we do it but we did it well.

Not only is he intelligent but also friendly.

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Original: I don't believe you're pregnant.

Better: This would not be appropriate to say in most situations, but you can say "I can't believe you're pregnant!" to show surprise and happiness

 

Original: weather, what's your favorite food, hobby

Better: We can talk about the weather, hobbies, and our favorite foods.

 

Original: With especially shy guy, when I try to talk, but they don't answer well.

Better: When i try to talk to an especially shy guy and he doesn't talk.

 

Original: I don't believe...

Better: other ways to use in conversaion to break the ice: I don't believe I've seen you herer before. I don't believe I have ever introduced myself.

 

Original: Looks like I'm not the only one who..

Better: Looks like I'm not the only one who hasn't had coffeine yet. Looks like i'm not the only one who is new here.

 

Original: Not only... but...

Better: Not only is he a great team leader, but he's a great person too.