Catch Word #275 – Debbie Downer

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you were feeling excited and enthusiastic, only for someone to say something that made you feel bad? In this Catch Word episode, Andrew and Kassy introduce several useful expressions that you can use to describe these situations. They provide detailed explanations, different usage scenarios, and offer advice on when to avoid using these phrases. You’ll also hear four example conversations featuring these new expressions, which will help you learn how to use them naturally and sound more like a native speaker.

What you will learn

• New Expressions: Learn expressions that communicate the feeling of someone making you less happy or excited.
• Usage and Context: Understand how and when to use these expressions through detailed explanations.
• Practical Examples: Listen to four dialogues that use these new expressions, teaching you to apply them in real-life situations.
• Do’s and Don’ts: Learn important advice on situations where these phrases might not be appropriate.

How you will improve your English with this episode

• Bigger vocabulary: Add expressions and phrases to your English vocabulary.
• Improved understanding: Learn about subtle emotional nuances in English conversations.
• Natural conversation skills: Practice these expressions through examples, making your English sound more fluent and native-like.

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