Lesson40
【Lesson 40】
◆English expressions to comfort other people
◆Key Expressions Part 1
It’s not a big deal. / It’s no big deal.
It’s not your fault.
It’s going to be all right.
◆Let’s try the following exercises.
Q: Your friend just broke up with a girl he has been dating for two weeks. He is heartbroken. What would you say?
A: It’s no big deal. You’ll find someone else.
Q: Your little brother did not win in a guitar competition he had been practicing very hard for. What would you say?
A: It’s not your fault. I know you tried your best.
Q: Your friend’s job application was rejected again, and she’s worried that she will never be able to find work. What would you say?
A: It’s going to be all right. You’ll find a job sooner or later.
◆Key Expressions Part 2
I’m so sorry to hear that.
Let me know if there’s anything I can do.
I wish there was something I could do.
◆Let’s try the following exercises.
Q: Your friend calls you crying. She tells you that her grandmother had a heart attack and was sent to the hospital in an ambulance. What would you say?
A: I’m so sorry to hear that. I hope she will get better soon.
Q: Your neighbor tells you that their house had been damaged by the storm that hit the town last night. What would you say?
A: That’s too bad. Let me know if there’s anything I can do.
Q: Your friend is depressed because he lost a wallet that had a lot of money, his credit cards, and his ID. What would you say?
A: Have you gone to the police? I wish there was something I could do.