| № | What the British say | What the British mean | What others understand |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I hear what you say | I disagree and do not want to discuss it further | He accepts my point of view |
| 2 | With the greatest respect ... | I think you are an idiot | He is listening ot me |
| 3 | That's not bad | That's good | That's poor |
| 4 | That is a very brave proposal | You are insane | He thinks I have courage |
| 5 | Quite good | A bit disappointing | Quite good |
| 6 | I would suggest ... | Do it or be prepared to justify yourself | Think about the idea, but do what you like |
| 7 | Oh, incidentally / by the way | The primary purpose of our discussion is ... | That is not very important |
| 8 | I was a bit disappointed that | I am annoyed that | It doesn't really matter |
| 9 | Very interesting | That is clearly nonsense | They are impressed |
| 10 | I'll bear it in mind | I've forgotten it already | They will probably do it |
| 11 | I'm sure it's my fault | It's your fault | Why do they think it was their fault? |
| 12 | You must come for dinner | It's not an invitation, I'm just being polite | I will get an invitation soon |
| 13 | I almost agree | I don't agree at all | He's not far from agreement |
| 14 | I only have a few minor comments | Please re-write completely | He has found a few typos |
| 15 | Could we consider some other options | I don't like your idea | They have not yet decided |
Как понять битанский английский язык
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British English Language
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