Basics
Lesson 34 — Paying someone a compliment
Praise someone specifically, and accept praise without deflecting it entirely.
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You can describe a person, a thing or a scene in detail, including the impression it left on you.
見た人やもの、場面のようすを、そのとき受けた印象とともに細かく伝えられる。
Phrase of the day今日のフレーズ
The way you handled that question was really impressive.
あの質問への答え方、本当に見事でした。
Situation場面
Just after a colleague has finished a difficult presentation.
難しい発表を終えたばかりの同僚に、声をかけています。
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Takeaway
Name the action, say what it changed, and let them keep the credit.