1. Communication Flashcards

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precise

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Accurate and exact

Precision is important in communication to avoid misunderstandings.

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articulate.

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Able to express ideas and feelings clearly in words

Articulation enhances effective communication.

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coherent

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Clear and understandable

Coherent speech is essential for effective dialogue.

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eloquent

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Expressing ideas clearly and in a way that influences people

Eloquent speakers can sway opinions and emotions.

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extrovert

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An outgoing person

Extroverts often thrive in social situations.

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fluent

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Able to use a language naturally and in a smooth way

Fluency is a key goal in language learning.

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hesitant

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Not certain

Hesitation can hinder effective communication.

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inhibited

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Not confident enough to say or do

Inhibition can affect one’s ability to express thoughts.

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persuasive

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Able to make people agree to do something

Persuasive communication is vital in negotiation.

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rambling

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Aimless and confused

Rambling can detract from the clarity of a message.

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reserved

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Not saying much

Reserved individuals may prefer listening over speaking.

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succinct

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shortly and clearly expressed

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vague

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Not clear or certain

Vague statements can lead to misunderstandings.

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digress

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To go off the subject

Digressing can dilute the main point of a discussion.

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the hardest nuts to crack

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Difficult problems to solve

These often require innovative thinking.

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repercussions

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The effects that an action has on something (bad)

Understanding repercussions is crucial for decision-making.

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in the air

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Something is about to happen

This phrase often indicates anticipation.

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talk at cross purposes

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To talk about different things

This can lead to confusion in conversations.

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get the wrong end of the stick

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To misunderstand something

Misunderstandings can escalate conflicts.

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read between the lines

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To understand what someone means

This skill is important for interpreting subtle messages.

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get a word in edgeways

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To get a chance to say something

This often occurs in conversations dominated by one person.

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beat around the bush

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To avoid getting to the point

Direct communication is often more effective.

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not make head or tail of

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Not able to understand anything

This expression indicates complete confusion.

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be all ears

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To listen carefully

Being ‘all ears’ shows attentiveness.

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talking to a brick wall
To be completely ignored by someone
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to have the last word on something
To express the final point in an argument
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to be at a loss for words
Not know what to say
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to be on the same wavelength
To share similar opinions and ideas
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talk down to someone
To talk as if someone was inferior
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butt in
To interrupt
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tell off
To speak angrily
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bring up a subject
To start discussing a subject
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take in
To understand
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blurt out
To say suddenly without thinking
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bring someone round
To persuade someone to have the same opinion as you.
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dry up
To finish speaking because you don't know what to say next
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talk into someone
To persuade somebody to do something
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clam up
To suddenly stop talking