Learn more ways to speak more politely in English in my new video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Ztt_kqp8qt6wfaM.html I cover strategies like using modal verbs, avoiding one-word answers, and more!

Thanks for the lessons. In Europe when you need to use the bathroom at a friend or relative's house you ask if you can "wash your hands". When I first came to the US and used the expression I was shown the kitchen sink. :)

"Fat" can also be softened to "heavy-set" or "heavy". Sometimes people will say someone is "big-boned", which is another nice way of saying they're fat. For women sometimes you can say she's "curvy". But I think a shift is happening in US culture; people are trying to get away from "fat" being a bad word, because it really isn't. Just like calling someone "tall", "fat" is simply a descriptor. But until it's fully accepted, I would recommend using a euphemism for fat :) "Used" can also be "pre-owned" or "secondhand". For "pregnant" you can also say "she's expecting." But it's also important to note that it's rude to assume a woman is pregnant, and you should never NEVER ask her "when are you due?" or "are you pregnant?" (or any other variation). You should always wait for her to tell you first. It's very rude to ask a woman if she is pregnant just because her stomach is big - it could just be that she has gained weight and it is extremely embarrassing to her if you call her pregnant when she isn't.

Hi! I'm from Brazil and i had a english course done recently. I keep studying here with the engvid videos. I love all the teachers. Thank you for teaching us more and more ways to speak like a native speaker.

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Hi Adam I lived for over 5 years in USA and I have to recognise you are one of the best English teachers I am met in my life! I adore your lessons! Hang in there! A giant hug from Trentino. Alfonso

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These are simple things learned in school, but you have to know them, so, somebody has to teach you. Thx for the video.

I am from Indonesia..first time I heard bout "knocked up" that's so hilarious 😂. Thank you for the lesson Mr.Adam.

I admire you, Adam, and the way you teach .. You're incredibly great. Your lessons are always useful. I hope you can make lessons on adverbs collocations .. Highly regards

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Just a word of caution about "bun in the oven" and knocked up." BOTH are considered slang expressions in English, and should therefore be avoided in polite, formal, and most standard conversations. The reason that "pregnant" itself is avoided is partly that it is seen as too direct; Americans in particular have a problem with words that even hint at sex or other bodily functions -- believe me, it's a cultural thing -- and they therefore try to avoid them whenever possible. So the better choice is to say that someone is "expecting," unless the person who is expecting indicates by her own usage that she prefers "pregnant." Also, the reason that "used" fell out of favor (especially with regard to cars) is that it carries a negative meaning of "there's something wrong with it, which is why the previous owner got (or wants to get) rid of it." So you'll often hear "previously owned" (or, more commonly, "pre-owned") instead of "used."

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I had to stop the video to go to the little boy room. Great lesson, Adam. Hugs from Brazil

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Thanks Adam, you have passed around an interesting video. I would also add these euphemisms: 1.light-fingered = a thief 2. has/have been doing time = has/have been in prison 3. No longer with us = passed away 4. make an honest woman of her = a man who has married a woman

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I have been watching your videos from last few months and apparently I can say I have learnt so many lessons from you and James sir.

"A bun in the oven" hahahaha I didn't know that hahahaha and it sounds funny, this was amazing. Thanks for the video!

What about "Restroom"? Restroom actually is euphemism of "toilet". I'm always using it everyday instead the word of "toilet" or "little boys room" or "ladies' room".

Thank you so much , this video really helped me .I am taking the FCE Cambridge Examinashion in 3 days and i very anxious . I hope this video helped other too . Keep uploading videos , they are great . :D

Thanks, "polite expressions" are really necessary !

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Thank you Adam. As always it's a pleasure to listen you.

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Whoa, as a non-native I had always noticed this manner but had just know that it has its own term, "euphimism". Thank u very much, very interesting and helpful!

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For used I have heard Pre-loved as well

Hello Adam... Very clear and useful video. When Latin speakers start to speak English, frequently they choose direct expressions and this sounds so rude. To avoid these situations, one solution is to know some euphemisms... For example, I don't want pass away yet!

I admire and love your way of describe the meaning of what you want to deliver to us. My level is not very well in English but when I saw your videos I feel my level is raise up. Keep going and we waiting your new video.

Hi Adam Thank you for your help.I try to do my best next time.Have a great day.

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i'm from indonesia, and now. i want to learned english to much. it's so interesting with all your describe and made me understand. and then, i can write word everyday for start of study about my english. so special this video and others. thanks sir :)

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Hi Adam! Thanks for teaching great native way expressions. Your expression is very comprehensible.

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I really enjoyed this les son. Simple and short...thx Adam

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Also: -Men's room -Little girls' room Maybe it's because I'm in the US but it seems more common this way. I can just imagine a man I don't know asking me for the "little boys room"... I'd be a little concerned! haha

It's a very helpful lesson. Thank you Adam.

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Thank you. This is useful to everyone who is learning English

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Hey Sir Adam can you do the part 2 of this topic? It's very important to learn. Greetings from Brazil 🍂🍃

Hello Adam. Thanks a lot about your way of teaching, you are patient and polite. I have seen some of your videos and I mean all of them are well explained and useful. Please receive a greeting.

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the way u express the word it's a wonder I always wanted to learn in this way thanx

Undoubtedly,the clases are wonderful and need more classes about euphmisms.

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Well done teacher, this lesson is very useful for us. Thank you so much and greetings from Indonesia

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Good points... "Man's speech is the revealer of his heart. In whatever world the heart travels, man's conversation will revolve around that center." ~ ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, Bahá’í Faith

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Gorgeous. I really like more lessons like this one . Thanks a lot

Thank you. such a great video. Honestly, I never know about euphemism until watching this video. Thanks again for making this video and sharing with others.Also the quiz is an excellent idea to recall and deeply understand what to be mentioned in the video. I made it 100%. Hurray. :)

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