Describe an interesting conversation you had with someone
You should say:
· Who it was with
· When it was
· What it was about
· And explain why you found it interesting
I was struggling to think of a situation to talk about because every conversation I thought of would probably sound boring to another person, but I’ve decided to talk about a chat I had with a friend of mine who went to the UK to study and he told me about some of things that he experienced when he was there. I can’t remember exactly when we had this conversation, but it was when he came back for a holiday after his first year of study. We met up for a bite to eat and a catch up. We’ve been friends since primary school and it was great to see him and hang out.
The UK is on my bucket list of places to visit so I was eager to know what it is like. The first thing he said was that the British are so polite. If they bump into you, they apologise, but also if you bump into them, they apologise as well. If they walk into a door, they’ll say sorry to the door. People in my country are nowhere near as polite as this.
Another thing he mentioned was that they are obsessed with tea. If you are feeling down, they’ll offer you a cup of tea. If you are celebrating something, they’ll offer you a cup of tea. As soon as he walked into a British person’s house, the first thing they said was ‘I’ll put the kettle on’. It is considered rude to refuse. Tea drinking is such a big part of their culture.
The reason why I found this conversation fascinating is because I love finding out about other nationalities and the things that they do that are different. There were loads of other things that he told me about living in the UK and as a result of our chat, I’m keener than ever to go. Hopefully, in the near future, I’ll get the chance.
Describe an interesting conversation you had with someone.
One of the most memorable conversations I had was with a friend who had recently returned from studying in the UK. Though I can't recall the precise date, it was during his holiday break after completing his first academic year there. We decided to meet for a meal and catch up, which was a delightful experience as we've been friends since primary school. It was truly refreshing to reconnect and share our experiences.
As the UK is high on my travel list, I was particularly eager to hear about his time there. He shared several intriguing observations about British culture. For instance, he noted the British emphasis on politeness. In the UK, it’s common for people to apologize if they accidentally bump into you. Interestingly, they also apologize if you bump into them. There’s even a charming anecdote he shared about apologizing to inanimate objects, like doors, if they walk into them. This extraordinary level of courtesy was quite a contrast to the social norms I’m accustomed to in my own country.
Another fascinating detail he mentioned was the British obsession with tea. In the UK, tea is not just a beverage; it’s an integral part of their social rituals. Whether someone is feeling under the weather or celebrating a significant event, offering a cup of tea is customary. As soon as he entered a British home, the host’s first words were often, ‘I’ll put the kettle on,’ and declining this offer is considered impolite. Tea drinking is so deeply ingrained in British culture that it’s almost a form of social glue.
I found this conversation exceptionally captivating because I have a deep interest in learning about diverse cultures and their unique practices. My friend's stories provided me with valuable insights into British customs and further fueled my desire to visit the UK. I am now even more enthusiastic about experiencing these cultural nuances firsthand and hope to have the opportunity to do so in the near future.
Important Vocabulary:
English | Bangla | Russian | Hindi |
Memorable | স্মরণীয় | Запоминающийся | यादगार |
Reconnected | পুনরায় সংযোগ স্থাপন করা | Восстановить связь | फिर से संपर्क किया |
Delightful | আনন্দদায়ক | Приятный | आनंददायक |
Intriguing | আকর্ষণীয় | Интригующий | दिलचस्प |
Emphasis | গুরুত্ব | Акцент | जोर |
Courtesy | ভদ্রতা | Вежливость | शिष्टता |
Contrast | পার্থক্য | Контраст | अंतर |
Customary | প্রচলিত | Обычный | सामान्य |
Rituals | আচার-অনুষ্ঠান | Ритуалы | रिवाज |
Integral | অপরিহার্য | Неотъемлемый | अभिन्न |
Polite | ভদ্র | Вежливый | शिष्ट |
Nuances | সূক্ষ্মতা | Нюансы | बारीकियां |
Fueled | উজ্জীবিত করা | Подогретый | प्रेरित |
Enthusiastic | উত্তেজনাপূর্ণ | Восторженный | उत्साही |
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