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The Business of English - Episode 2: Why don't you join us?
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Ching Hung Lin posted on 2014/05/13Ever wondered how to smoothly invite colleagues or friends in English? This episode of 'The Business of English' dives into practical invitation phrases, showing you exactly how to ask, accept, and even politely decline invitations in semi-formal situations. You'll pick up essential language for making arrangements and sounding more natural in your workplace!
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person
US /'pɜ:rsn/
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UK /'pɜ:sn/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Man, woman or child
- An individual, typically used to emphasize their distinct identity or role.
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US /kəˈmɪtmənt/
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UK /kə'mɪtmənt/
- Noun
- Permanent love or concern for person, thing
- Promise or decision to do something for a purpose
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US /əˈsoʊʃiˌeɪt/
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UK /ə'səʊʃɪeɪt/
- Countable Noun
- Partner in professional work, e.g. in law
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To spend time with other people; mix with
- To form a connection in your mind between things
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US /maɪnd/
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UK /maɪnd/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To be bothered or upset by something
- To take care of someone e.g. as a bodyguard
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- One's opinion or way of thinking about something
- Part of humans that allows us to think or feel
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