AEE: Would You Want to Split Something? How to Ask to Share at a Restaurant

How can you remember other people’s names? Today, learn three tactics to remember names in English, and why it’s important to do so! A name is a person’s most basic possession and part of their identity. It’s the sweetest sound to their ears. For this reason, Alan Headbloom believes it’s important to get a person’s name right, and to show an interest in it. But it’s not always easy to do that, especially with names you are unfamiliar with.   Here are Alan’s tips for remembering new names: If a name is unfamiliar, ask them to repeat it. This helps you learn their name and also shows a respectful commitment to learning it. Simply say, “Your name is a little difficult for me, but I’d really like to get it right. Could you say it again?” Ask for their business card. This works best in a business context, though students may also have business cards. Reading the name might make it easier to remember. Make up a pneumonic, or memory aid. Think of what the unfamiliar name sounds like in your native language and use that to help you remember. This is a way to bridge your language and English.   Alan suggests you also learn common names in the English-speaking world, and that you try asking others if their names have any special meanings or significances.   How do you deal with learning new names? Share your experiences in the comments section below!   Alan Headbloom is an intercultural trainer, a professional English teacher and a talk show host. He frequently appears as a speaker on topics such as cultural diversity and workplace inclusion. He lives in Michigan, USA where he and his wife produce the show Feel Like You Belong, a show about immigrants creating a new life in the United States. Visit Alan’s Website: Feel Like You Belong and Alan Headbloom- Cross Cultural Communication Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

26 Helmi 201517min

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25 Helmi 20155min

Do you use reading to advance your English? Today, learn 3 ways to do it with italki teacher Arianne!   Come back to our site for more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

25 Helmi 201517min

Do you know how to interrupt others in English? Today, learn how interruption is a part of American speaking culture, and how you can participate!   Americans often interrupt each other. It can appear rude, and can cause frustration, but it happens. Don’t take it personally. Instead, learn how it works so you can take part in this aspect of spoken American English culture. There are many phrases you can use when being interrupted, or when interrupting others. Some of them include: Sorry or Oops: These might be said not only by the person doing the interrupting, but also by the person who is interrupted. Go ‘head (ahead) and No, you go: These phrases permit the other person to interrupt you. No problem: This indicates that you are okay with the interruption that just occurred.   Other common interruption phrases include: What was that? Uh huh. Oh?   What other ways have you heard Lindsay and Michelle interrupt each other on past episodes of All Ears English? Tell us in the comments section below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

24 Helmi 201519min

Why is dating in a big American city so difficult? Today, returning guest Jessica Coyle talks about some of the obstacles, and shares 3 tips to improve your odds of success! Come back to our site for more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

23 Helmi 201518min

What is the IELTS English exam? Who takes it, and why? Today, Lindsay and Jessica discuss all the basics of the IELTS exam!   Taking IELTS? Get our free IELTS video course now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Helmi 201515min

How can you achieve English fluency where you live? Today, find out why you don’t have to live in an English-speaking country to become fluent in English! Come back to our site for more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

18 Helmi 201516min

Do you know the difference between “by” and “until”? Today, learn how they’re not the same, and how to use them like a native speaker!   Come back to our site for more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

17 Helmi 201515min