tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post8854025668745045079..comments2021-08-29T11:09:51.580-03:00Comments on Cambridge Candidates' Corner: The importance of vocabularyChris Duponthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15119793263418973054noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-1649982154778788332009-05-11T15:49:00.000-03:002009-05-11T15:49:00.000-03:00It's being really good to follow the blog and also...It's being really good to follow the blog and also to learn in every new post.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05916964590731994472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-89861615251099686132009-05-11T14:54:00.000-03:002009-05-11T14:54:00.000-03:00@ Jacqueline
Hi Jackie,
In American TV series I'v...@ Jacqueline<br /><br />Hi Jackie,<br />In American TV series I've noticed they use "right" all the time.<br />I agree with you: Portuguese and Spanish are beautiful languages too.<br />Who taught you to speak Portuguese? Do you find it harder than Spanish?<br /><br />ChrisChris Duponthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15119793263418973054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-39731474784440623822009-05-08T01:08:00.000-03:002009-05-08T01:08:00.000-03:00Hi Chris,
Haha, yes, English is an amazing langua...Hi Chris, <br />Haha, yes, English is an amazing language, even though personally I prefer Portuguese or Spanish..rs <br />Instead of "isn't it?" I personally use "right?" or even more informal "yeah?" to affirm a statement. <br /><br />JackieAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00788883003308062625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-52772915091894128272009-05-07T14:11:00.000-03:002009-05-07T14:11:00.000-03:00@Jacqueline
Hi Jackie,
English is an amazing langu...@Jacqueline<br />Hi Jackie,<br />English is an amazing language, isn't it? Ha! Ha! Ha! Just kidding...<br />Actually, I was never taught it sounded formal. What do you use instead of it, then?<br />By the way, I loved your novel length response.<br /><br />ChrisChris Duponthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15119793263418973054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-76543897512648923112009-05-06T16:16:00.000-03:002009-05-06T16:16:00.000-03:00Some are new for me too like "assassinate"Some are new for me too like "assassinate"Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15953621125632630696noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-7044910311064031242009-05-06T13:07:00.000-03:002009-05-06T13:07:00.000-03:00Chris:
As far as vocabulary is concerned, yes, th...Chris:<br /><br />As far as vocabulary is concerned, yes, there are certainly words that are more formal. Off hand I can't remember any ones in particular, but one phrase that I have found formal is "isn't it" to provide affirmation after a statement. Personally, I have never used this phrase (although correct). I think the most important thing here to note is to be aware of the audience you are speaking to. If you are speaking in a formal setting or perhaps to elders, it is wise to speak formally (I do). However, if you are among your peers or people that you are extremely comfortable with, there is not a great need for formality. In my opinion, regardless of the situation, I believe that it is extremely important for non-native speakers to learn formal vocabulary as it shows a higher level of education, but at the same time know colloquialisms or less formal collocations. As a non-native Portuguese speaker, I feel that colloquialisms or less formal collocations are harder for me to learn. Yet, watching Brazilian TV and having native friends have definitely helped. <br /><br />I hope I answered your question. I apologize for the novel length response. If I remember of any formal vocabulary I will let you know. <br /><br />JacquelineAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00788883003308062625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-46959339532148206782009-05-05T23:03:00.000-03:002009-05-05T23:03:00.000-03:00Pedro and Daniel,
Were the vocabulary items new t...Pedro and Daniel,<br /><br />Were the vocabulary items new to you? I am glad you are enjoying it.Danuzahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13142023403320215725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-75691933185682509452009-05-05T15:17:00.000-03:002009-05-05T15:17:00.000-03:00Very interesting, for sure.Very interesting, for sure.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-13365454946605002412009-05-05T15:12:00.000-03:002009-05-05T15:12:00.000-03:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-29557616962742025972009-05-05T14:02:00.000-03:002009-05-05T14:02:00.000-03:00That's something I would like to explore a bit mor...That's something I would like to explore a bit more.pedrothermannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08094156145867632245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-15183191275413134322009-05-05T13:45:00.000-03:002009-05-05T13:45:00.000-03:00@Jacqueline
Thank you for your valuable input.
As ...@Jacqueline<br />Thank you for your valuable input.<br />As a native speaker of English do you often "catch" us non-native speakers using vocab that sounds far too formal? Can provide any examples?<br /><br />See you in the summer.<br /><br />Chris DupontChris Duponthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15119793263418973054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-3132260042859085272009-05-01T03:06:00.000-03:002009-05-01T03:06:00.000-03:00Chris:
I have never used "it cost a bundle." Howe...Chris:<br />I have never used "it cost a bundle." However, if I heard that I would assume the same--something cost a lot of money. As an American, I haven't heard that used as often as "it cost an arm and a leg." This blog is really helpful even as a native speaker--especially when there is connection to Portuguese. I look forward to continue following it. =)<br /><br />Looking forward to coming back to a class this summer!<br /><br />Hugs and kissesAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00788883003308062625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-62366174493342532202009-04-30T17:45:00.000-03:002009-04-30T17:45:00.000-03:00@Jacqueline:
Hi there!
You're perfectly correct i...@Jacqueline:<br /><br />Hi there!<br />You're perfectly correct in your assumption.<br />How does "it cost a bundle" sound to you?<br /><br />Miss you,<br />Chris DupontChris Duponthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15119793263418973054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-83948051021937150182009-04-30T15:33:00.000-03:002009-04-30T15:33:00.000-03:00As a native speaker, I have always used the expres...As a native speaker, I have always used the expression "it cost an arm and a leg." Although this is not this a direct translation, personally I feel that arms, legs, and eyes are all equally vital body parts. However, I am not familiar with the Portuguese expression so I may be wrong in this assumption.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00788883003308062625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-78636195674212435962009-04-29T21:35:00.000-03:002009-04-29T21:35:00.000-03:00Daniela, Well in English one has to say it cost an...Daniela, Well in English one has to say it cost an arm and a leg. It´s also a part of the body but surely not quite the sameDanuzahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13142023403320215725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-19104995213978302922009-04-28T19:31:00.000-03:002009-04-28T19:31:00.000-03:00Dear Danuza, this is something that I have always ...Dear Danuza, this is something that I have always been interested in! How would you say, for instance, 'custa os olhos da cara' in English?! I suppose it's not 'the eyes of the face', as my boyfriend suggested?! Best, d.Daniela Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05115334225327506995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6017262458898073461.post-38285237760879215432009-04-28T13:32:00.000-03:002009-04-28T13:32:00.000-03:00I sure learned something new!
AndressaI sure learned something new! <br /><br />AndressaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08976921972688649064noreply@blogger.com