Методичні рекомендації до виконання практичних завдань для практичних занять дисципліни «Ділова англійська мова». ПЗ (1-20)-колом. Методичні рекомендації до виконання практичних завдань для практичних занять дисципліни Ділова англійська мова Тема Лексичний мінімум ділового спілкування та ділових контактів
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Modal Verbs1. A phrase with “could,” “might,” “should,” “would” or another modal verbOne of the most powerful phrases you can use during a brainstorming session is one that includes a modal verb. These are special verbs that express ability (could), possibility (might, should) or request (would). They are small but powerful words to use for softening the effect of your tone in a discussion. Note how they are used in the above scenario. Making SuggestionsAs we have already discussed, a big part of brainstorming revolves around suggesting ideas and solutions. These phrases will help add a more diplomatic tone to your suggestions. 2. Let’s + [verb]“Let’s hold the product launch here.” Beginning a sentence with the word “Let’s…” will make you sound positive about working together toward a common goal. 3. Why don’t we + [verb]“Why don’t we use the convention center?” Phrasing your suggestion in the form of a question is a great way to set a softer tone. 4. How about + [“-ing” verb]“How about holding the launch at the convention center?” 5. What if we + [verb]“What if we consider another venue for the launch?” 6. I think we + [modal verb] + [verb]“I think we should decide on the venue now.” Beginning a sentence with “I think” or “Maybe,” even if you’re very certain about something, is a good way to sound more diplomatic. 7. Maybe we [modal verb] + [verb]“Maybe we could decide on the venue now.” Rejecting SuggestionsRejecting an idea or suggestion comes with a risk of offending someone or hurting their feelings. So we should approach this very carefully. Not only should we keep our body language neutral (relaxed and non-threatening), we should also use as diplomatic a tone as possible. Starting a sentence on a positive note, even when we’re about to reject someone’s suggestion, will help to soften the impact (effect) of your message. 8. That’s a good idea but…“That’s a good idea but we may not have the budget for it.” 9. Your suggestion sounds good but…“Your suggestion sounds good but we’ll need to check the rental rates.” 10. I can see some problems with that.Instead of telling someone the problem outright, soften the effect by saying this first. 11. Let me think about this.Instead of an outright “no,” it’s more polite to say you will give it some thought. 12. I’m not too keen on + [verb/noun]“I’m not too keen on using the concourse area for the product launch.” “I’m not too keen on the idea of the convention center.” The use of the words “not too” softens the impact of rejecting the suggestion. You may substitute the adjective phrase “keen on” with other adjective phrases, like “interested in” or “happy about.” 13. I’m not really + [adjective] + [noun/pronoun]“I’m not really convinced the concourse is a good venue.” “I’m not really sure we have the budget.” The use of the expressions “really” and “I don’t think” softens the impact of the rejection. 14. I don’t think this would + [verb]“I don’t think this would work.” “I don’t think this would be the best venue for the launch.” Accepting SuggestionsAccepting or agreeing with someone’s suggestion is easy. However, instead of a direct “Yes” or “I agree,” you may want to communicate different degrees (levels) of agreement. If you’re very sure, you might say… 15. That’s a good idea./That’s not a bad idea.16. This is just what we need.17. Let’s try that.If you’re not very sure, you might use these phrases: 18. This looks like it could work.19. That might be worth trying.20. It might work.“Looks like” and the modal verb “might” show uncertainty. If you’re even less sure or don’t know, you might say… 21. Maybe. I’m not sure. |