Alternative English – English Conversations That Break Etiquette

Author: James M. Wardman Jr. (USA) / Shinomoto Toyofusa
Translator: Xiao Fan
United States / USA
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: The purpose of learning English is to communicate with more people and broaden one's horizons. Throughout life, one strives to acquire knowledge and expand one's experiences, but communication methods cannot always be perfect. Even if we express our sincerity fully, we may inadvertently offend others or make them upset, complicating matters. The goal of communication is mutual understanding between hearts. If a well-intentioned statement leads to misunderstanding, it can be considered a loss. Therefore, this book explains the subtle differences recorded in dictionaries, with a particular focus on expressions of respect. Specifically, it explains the usage in three different levels of respect (praise, requests, comments), among others.