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Social English · Intermediate

Start and end small talk comfortably

Open with a shared moment, ask one relevant follow-up, share a small detail, notice whether the other person wants to continue, and end warmly.

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Six core prompts, with four optional extensions for a longer class.

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Start and end small talk comfortably

You’re waiting before a class, event, or activity. Practise a light exchange; either person can keep it brief.

Use the prompts as conversation starting points; adapt them to the learner.

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RealTalkBridge · Practice at your own pace