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More about 'Small Talk'

Lots of students wanted to know more about “Small talks”.

First of all I am glad you read my blog. Moreover, I am always happy if you comment or e-mail me with questions and problems.

Well, we started with greeting some one. Then we asked What are you up to?’ without expecting an elaborate answer about the day.

If you want to say some more you could use the phrase:

‘What are you doing round here?’

This nice informal and conversational question you may ask when you see someone somewhere you weren’t expecting to see. An answer to such question could be:

‘I’m on my way to school!’ or ‘Just hanging out!’

Well, hanging out means that you have no specific plans. You are just there. Maybe you just want to pass some time away from home or you hope to run into some one you know because you feel bored.

Another easy way to make small talk is to talk about the weather.

‘It’s quite cold today, right?’ or ‘Man, it’s hot today! How can you stand it?’ ‘What awful weather we’re having!’

Well, there are many other subjects you can talk about. However, it’s important that you are not expected to go into any length or detail. Remember it’s ‘Small Talk!’

Any more question or comments, I am glad to help.

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