AVOID Repeating These Words in Daily English Conversation - Use These Alternative Words

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  • čas přidán 27. 04. 2024
  • Do you want to avoid repeating words? We overuse common words like yes, no, thank you, sorry and okay. In this video I teach you advanced alternative vocabulary to use in conversation. The first 1000 to click the link will get 2 free months of Skillshare Premium: skl.sh/englishwithlucy9
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  • @EnglishwithLucy
    @EnglishwithLucy  Před 3 lety +2318

    I am aware of the error on YEP - unfortunately I'm an idiot and uploaded an early version of this video. It's too late to change as so many of you have already seen it :(
    Here is the skillshare offerThe first 1000 to click the link will get 2 free months of Skillshare Premium: skl.sh/englishwithlucy9
    DO YOU WANT TO RECEIVE EMAILS FROM ME? Sign up here: bit.ly/EmailsFromLucy (the emails will start soon so don't miss out!)
    Remember to share any other alternatives in the comments

  • @imsunilyt1625
    @imsunilyt1625 Před 3 lety +7305

    Who's From India? 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳

  • @SViaanggi
    @SViaanggi Před 3 lety +1473

    I just love her accents and the way she talks

    • @khalidshaifullah655
      @khalidshaifullah655 Před 3 lety +17

      Me too🤗

    • @nitinshori6110
      @nitinshori6110 Před 3 lety +1

      czcams.com/video/NCzgGcWqvmE/video.html

    • @staystrong2937
      @staystrong2937 Před 3 lety +13

      I like her accent too

    • @teacherdilo
      @teacherdilo Před 3 lety +3

      Hi Anggi! I'd like to invite you to visit my channel.There you will find grammar classes, pronunciation tips and much more!

    • @swordsword5593
      @swordsword5593 Před 3 lety +5

      She has a "posh/queen/standard/bbc" british english pronunciation... for there are varied regional or local british pronunciation....

  • @ayca3439
    @ayca3439 Před 10 dny +2

    Normally I wouldn’t understand British accent you speak clearly for those whose native language is not English.Cheers🌸

  • @IteractionsNet
    @IteractionsNet Před 2 lety +36

    You're a great teacher! I love & appreciate all of your English lessens' videos! Keep it up!

    • @Rod1712
      @Rod1712 Před 11 měsíci +1

      I dream to be with her. ❤

  • @srishtimorya5127
    @srishtimorya5127 Před 3 lety +1978

    🔶 Yes - I do , I will , yeah , sure , certainly , of course , I have.
    🔶 No - Nope , Nah , No way , Sorry , Not likely , absolutely not , certainly not , unfortunately not , I am afraid not , if only , I'll pass.
    🔶 Sorry - I didn't mean it / to , it was wrong with me... , I was wrong to... , I should never have.... , My bad !
    🔶 Thank you - You are a star ! , You are an absolute Star ! , you are a life - saver ! , I don't know what I'd do without you , I appreciate that ! , You should not have ! , Cheers ! , Ta ! , Fab !
    🔶 Okay - Okey - dokey , all right , very well , right - oh , fair enough.

  • @slbeauty3936
    @slbeauty3936 Před 3 lety +759

    Who reading this bless you to learn English soo quickly....

  • @philippe-lebel
    @philippe-lebel Před rokem +14

    You're an absolute star is my pick to tell you that I don't know what I'd do without you.

  • @yaslimehassanesoumana9102
    @yaslimehassanesoumana9102 Před 2 lety +10

    Hi Lucy good morning, I'm very happy to be in the students of Lucy because your lessons help me a lot can you imagine I'm very proud to be in your learners. sorry for my mistakes 🙂

  • @sidhisandliya3682
    @sidhisandliya3682 Před 3 lety +512

    We can also say for
    Yes - sounds good, alrighty, gladly, definitely
    No - possibly/probably not, not really, never
    Thank you - You made my day, I can’t thank you enough, what would I do without you, Oh my god! This is so sweet!, I owe you big time
    Sorry - I deeply regret, I sincerely apologize, My fault, I hope I can be forgiven

  • @hoonie2619
    @hoonie2619 Před 3 lety +14

    I'm from korea... I have been studying English since 2014 I love you teacher Lucy💜💜💜💜💜

    • @hoonie2619
      @hoonie2619 Před 3 lety +2

      @@Millionaire555 Hellooo

    • @yuriaragao1
      @yuriaragao1 Před 2 měsíci

      Using the present perfect continuous!

  • @abderrahimamedjar103
    @abderrahimamedjar103 Před rokem +2

    Good afternoon teacher, thank you very much for your help and interesting lessons

  • @natashaambasaki2648
    @natashaambasaki2648 Před rokem +7

    People use yes and of course at the same time. Thank you teacher Lucy.💖💖👍👍👊👊😁😁

  • @mohamedislemzaidi5032
    @mohamedislemzaidi5032 Před 3 lety +122

    It is truly amazing seeing you back , for a minute I thought we've lost you.., great to see you Lucy ❤.. thanks for everything

    • @bobesponja2920
      @bobesponja2920 Před 3 lety

      ela é tão linda = she is so beautiful

    • @LALA-yi1ui
      @LALA-yi1ui Před 3 lety +2

      @@bobesponja2920 you're a big dog of Portugal = Você é a beleza de Portugal

    • @EnglishwithMrMarbun
      @EnglishwithMrMarbun Před 3 lety

      Yeaah. She is beautiful.

  • @bayutresna6889
    @bayutresna6889 Před rokem +2

    Yes i do
    It usually said at the same time
    Thank u Lucy for the lesson today...
    I'm so happy to learn English with u 😘😘

  • @shedrachjames2591
    @shedrachjames2591 Před 2 lety +1

    Great class. I appreciate it, Lucy.

  • @alicewhitelhpw7517
    @alicewhitelhpw7517 Před 3 lety +314

    Lucy speaks English better than anybody else I've ever heard.

  • @simonarcher1510
    @simonarcher1510 Před 3 lety +617

    I often say “indeed” instead of “yes”.

  • @abdulmannanahmed787
    @abdulmannanahmed787 Před 10 měsíci

    Thanks Lucy for your valuable lesson with your infectious smile.

  • @psychomrityunjay_69
    @psychomrityunjay_69 Před rokem +2

    Man! i love the way of her Pronounciation and the way she talks

  • @kdr3373
    @kdr3373 Před 3 lety +190

    "Why not?" can be an alternative for "Yes".
    For example:
    A: Would you like to drink something?
    B: Why not?

    • @positivemind5424
      @positivemind5424 Před 3 lety +20

      I think 'I would love to' can also be an alternative to "Yes".
      A:Would you like to drink something?
      B:I would love to .
      A:Can we go for a dinner tonight?
      B:Yeah, I would love to.

    • @hujandrazz
      @hujandrazz Před 3 lety

      2 1

    • @shanzeyfatima259
      @shanzeyfatima259 Před 3 lety +1

      Why not also ok because it’s like rhetorical question

    • @positivemind5424
      @positivemind5424 Před 3 lety +1

      @@shanzeyfatima259 What is 'rhetorical question' ?

    • @shanzeyfatima259
      @shanzeyfatima259 Před 3 lety +3

      Positive mind @A question that is asked not for the answer but only to make an impact

  • @MrsRose-xn7qe
    @MrsRose-xn7qe Před 3 lety +73

    Miss Lucy you're The EPITOME of being a Great teacher and a Fun one!!!!!! Cheers to you

  • @BioPeter2012
    @BioPeter2012 Před rokem +1

    I'm so happy I found your channel Lucy! I've always struggled with british accent 🇬🇧 😁 ....thanks from Chile 🇨🇱

  • @francisjamba1571
    @francisjamba1571 Před 2 lety

    Well thanks for the video . You know I love learning new vocabulary so am looking forward to learning , listening and speaking fluent English

  • @aminanouicer6953
    @aminanouicer6953 Před 3 lety +23

    Lucy you're the best teacher of English on CZcams and I fell in love with your beautiful British accent I wish I could speak like you. Love you from Algeria

  • @anishkhadka9013
    @anishkhadka9013 Před 3 lety +301

    Class would be better if there is a teacher like u in class................

  • @zainkhan-ks7pq
    @zainkhan-ks7pq Před 2 lety

    Wish had a teacher like her .😍 ADORABLE .

  • @farhanafazal487
    @farhanafazal487 Před 10 měsíci

    I'm so obsessed with your voice & teaching style ❤

  • @booksandrain8
    @booksandrain8 Před 3 lety +7

    Her English is just PERFECT! Love her totally! ♥️♥️♥️ Who all agree?

  • @c-jhaylowaton3676
    @c-jhaylowaton3676 Před 3 lety +187

    Learning these words made me feel special in having conversations daily with my friends. It's great! 👏

    • @xamdicumarcabdi2967
      @xamdicumarcabdi2967 Před 2 lety +1

      I love you my sister

    • @jillvlog3810
      @jillvlog3810 Před 2 lety +2

      I love the accent

    • @AK-vj9uu
      @AK-vj9uu Před 2 lety +1

      @@xamdicumarcabdi2967 like a step sister ?

    • @dileeppendro
      @dileeppendro Před 2 lety

      Cen you give me intragram I'd. I recvest you. ,......

    • @insaneff2198
      @insaneff2198 Před rokem

      English is just a language, why to feel special by knowing some words? Either feel special by gaining knowledge 🤣

  • @cristinatovilla6301
    @cristinatovilla6301 Před rokem +1

    From cancun México. Thank You Lucy.

  • @polymathsmart3361
    @polymathsmart3361 Před rokem

    I find your videos soothing. The lessons stick. Luv from Nigeria.

  • @flyzero679
    @flyzero679 Před 3 lety +244

    "No" = "sorry" = "I didnt mean to"
    Teacher: did u bring your homework.
    Me: I did not mean to.

  • @maggiechan8517
    @maggiechan8517 Před 3 lety +8

    Love the daily English conversation unit!!! Very useful!

  • @samuellawrencesudiacal1373

    thank you Lucy for the wonderful lesson.

  • @STH235
    @STH235 Před 2 lety +1

    Love from Malaysia..All of her videos really help me to improve my English thank you so much....

  • @interpreter_princess
    @interpreter_princess Před 3 lety +251

    My friend: Will you help me?
    Me: Certainly...
    My friend: Oh, thank yo-
    Me: NOT.

  • @lburt
    @lburt Před 3 lety +29

    "Avoid repeating . . . " Much better than: "Don't say . . . " "Stop saying . . . " etc. Now you have my "Like"!

    • @englishwithphil42
      @englishwithphil42 Před 3 lety +3

      I see your point, but radical statements, especially in the thumbnails, sound more powerful and attractive. Sadly, it's all about the lowest common denominator nowadays.

  • @bernadettepuking5626
    @bernadettepuking5626 Před rokem

    everything you mentioned about the alternatives words is always hear in school most specially when i was in primary to college in philippines ..but anyway its good to learn something diferent from you teacher lucy..

  • @Geteducatedwithvaishalidud4219

    Thanks for improving my English ma'am, even I am a also an English teacher but with the help of your video I learn more

  • @marianafernandaespinosabra4510

    10:38 "Oh! You're a life saver, you've saved my life! You've brought me my smartphone back and that is my life!"
    I died. 😂❤️

  • @bpniroula8417
    @bpniroula8417 Před 3 lety +8

    I had been looking for someone to help me with my English for long, here you go with such a natural flow, feels like my quest is answered, I am truly in love with the way you speak, thank you so much Lucy, you've been my special tutor!

  • @heyLADS
    @heyLADS Před rokem

    You’re a wonderful teacher lucy❤

  • @gmonya
    @gmonya Před rokem +14

    HI Lucy, great content. Can you make a video and emphasise on how to avoid misunderstandings and lying, or identifying words that have deceptive direction of intent. example.. words such as BUT

    • @EAustin-ge4yh
      @EAustin-ge4yh Před 5 měsíci

      Ooh ooh! Also could u do one about sarcasm? One of my friends watches your vids to know more abt English (not her first language) and doesn’t seem to understand sarcasm

  • @beyzanurkrac4096
    @beyzanurkrac4096 Před 3 lety +16

    Thank you: That’s kind of you. When someone give a present for you 👌🏻

  • @vincentfer9780
    @vincentfer9780 Před 2 lety +28

    It's good you repeat several times the expressions. It helps to remember. I appreciate that.

  • @VikasSharma-zk1lr
    @VikasSharma-zk1lr Před rokem

    You're a good teacher to teach me english I Love You

  • @Chakkaraponnu...
    @Chakkaraponnu... Před 3 měsíci

    Ma'am absolutely nice class....... Thank you

  • @khosozamir2116
    @khosozamir2116 Před 3 lety +30

    Good lesson. Teaching skill, chemistry and action were perfect. Learn a lot . Keep it continue. Personality, charming!!!

  • @emmacollado1627
    @emmacollado1627 Před 3 lety +8

    I needed this video!!!! Thank you so much Lucy! 💜

  • @user-gj1xl4wo5x
    @user-gj1xl4wo5x Před rokem

    Happy New year,Lucy!A lot of greetings from Bulgaria!I am glad to be your a student!

  • @AbdulBangura-ry5dg
    @AbdulBangura-ry5dg Před 2 měsíci

    Thanks for the lessons

  • @laylafarhat5157
    @laylafarhat5157 Před 3 lety +4

    Thank you Lucy , The lesson is fantastic by the way you are explaining.

  • @soniaokonneh6753
    @soniaokonneh6753 Před 3 lety +7

    Thanks for the lesson Lucy. Beautiful lesson.

  • @user-jz9if2oj7c
    @user-jz9if2oj7c Před 4 měsíci

    Hello from Uzbekistan!! Thanks for lesson ma'am!!

  • @shikshaupadhyay9678
    @shikshaupadhyay9678 Před rokem

    Wonderful 😇 thanks for telling new words 😊 thanks ☺☺😀😀😀😀😀😀😀

  • @RituSharma-ku1iw
    @RituSharma-ku1iw Před 3 lety +3

    Love you Lucy❤️, you had done lots and lots of effort!
    Thanks! ❤️❤️

  • @authentic9188
    @authentic9188 Před 3 lety +5

    I just love your style of teaching, God bless.

  • @oshadhasankesh8651
    @oshadhasankesh8651 Před rokem +1

    Your this lesson is very good.Because,it is important to our life.Thank you very much!Best of luck!!!

  • @shafiqulislam9123
    @shafiqulislam9123 Před rokem

    Thank you very much for your interesting lesson.

  • @chizobammordi5081
    @chizobammordi5081 Před 3 lety +8

    I've learnt so much from you, Lucy
    I'm grateful 😙

  • @nadjetbezzou5423
    @nadjetbezzou5423 Před 3 lety +11

    Hi Lucy, I follow all your videos, my english has improved since I have started following you on CZcams. I appreciate this very much. I like the way you explain and you talk. I like your accent too.

  • @ibansyiemlieh2674
    @ibansyiemlieh2674 Před 2 lety

    Its help me a lot watching you videos.... Thank you so much miss Lucy😊

  • @nethugreen
    @nethugreen Před rokem

    This is so useful for our daily conversation

  • @minhaj_ek
    @minhaj_ek Před 3 lety +26

    Lucy ചേച്ചി പൊളിയാണ് ! Love form kerala ❤️🙏

  • @EnglishwithLucy
    @EnglishwithLucy  Před 3 lety +1771

    first ;)

  • @asthapushkar1198
    @asthapushkar1198 Před rokem

    She's the best teacher, the way she teaches is best .

  • @mugatagerald7987
    @mugatagerald7987 Před 2 lety

    Am glad to listen 👂 your service

  • @patrickendereth2047
    @patrickendereth2047 Před 3 lety +33

    In spanish we have this expression "Me temo que no" which can be translated exactly as "im afraid not" so i can relate

  • @midgegwoah7602
    @midgegwoah7602 Před 3 lety +6

    Thank you so much for the lesson. I really learnt a lot

  • @aditrisen640
    @aditrisen640 Před 2 lety

    just fab Lucy ....i have been using few of these alternatives but i am gonna use them more and more . Thanks a ton .cheers

  • @jamsheedali425
    @jamsheedali425 Před 2 lety

    Amazingly soft speaking. 👍

  • @carlosalban8576
    @carlosalban8576 Před 3 lety +3

    You're amazing teacher Lucy ❤️, Thanks a lot !

  • @MarioGarcia-mv1gj
    @MarioGarcia-mv1gj Před měsícem

    Great teacher AND beautiful too

  • @gulamhashimniazi
    @gulamhashimniazi Před 10 měsíci

    I love the way you pronounced those words I like it

  • @nehaasribharathidasan6378

    Thank you for your lesson. I will change my English through this. 🙂

  • @chiaragiacomarra4913
    @chiaragiacomarra4913 Před 3 lety +54

    Lucy you're a life-saver! Your lessons are the TOPS. There isn't anything like this on the net (for free) by any stretch! 😘

  • @mamadouchune4855
    @mamadouchune4855 Před rokem

    Hi Lucy am very glad for your lesson thank you so much

  • @epoch-makingenglish
    @epoch-makingenglish Před rokem

    Thank you for nice teaching.

  • @akeeperofoddknowledge4956

    For yes, we Americans (USA) also sometimes say, definitely and, especially in the military, affirmative. Conversely, we sometimes say, negative (usually in the military) for no. Also, for yes, absolutely!

  • @ismezara8502
    @ismezara8502 Před 3 lety +3

    Hey lucy...you english classes help a lot.You're a star!

  • @calipso2016
    @calipso2016 Před rokem

    I loved this video!!! THANKSSSS!!!!

  • @ferhatdoganolmez1423
    @ferhatdoganolmez1423 Před rokem

    Thanks a lot. I was looking for this videos

  • @syncreva
    @syncreva Před 3 lety +3

    I'm using few of these alternatives for thank you and okay so it's pretty cool🙌🏻💫

  • @ayenewwe1608
    @ayenewwe1608 Před 2 lety +7

    You're a star. You're a life savior. I appreciat that

  • @doka_re1039
    @doka_re1039 Před rokem +1

    hi Lucy this is literally my first time complimenting on your page, but am a really big fan of your show and l've quiet learn alot of British accent i appreciate that....

  • @williverenzuela
    @williverenzuela Před 9 měsíci

    Gracias Lucy excelente

  • @stavriap.4636
    @stavriap.4636 Před 3 lety +10

    Oh, I'm so glad to learn from you those simply daily words 😁👍🏾💯

  • @liyanachii5822
    @liyanachii5822 Před 3 lety +21

    I'm from Malaysia and I really love learning english with you.
    You're such a great teacher :)

    • @muhammadrdzlee7567
      @muhammadrdzlee7567 Před 3 lety +1

      And I'm from Singapore hello there neighbour! All the best in improving your English!

  • @nuredin537
    @nuredin537 Před rokem

    Just subscribed & put my 👍! Both content the method of presentation is very easy, understandable & impressive!!!👍👍👍👍

  • @maryhernandez3804
    @maryhernandez3804 Před 4 měsíci

    You're an absolute star Great lesson!

  • @EverythingAmericanEnglish
    @EverythingAmericanEnglish Před 3 lety +121

    Great video! I often find it hard to get my students to branch out and be comfortable using other expressions than the ones they firstly learned. This video is perfect for them!

    • @EnglishwithLucy
      @EnglishwithLucy  Před 3 lety +50

      Oh thank you so much Taylor! I just checked out your channel and you are great!!! I can't believe you only started uploading 4 weeks ago.

    • @EverythingAmericanEnglish
      @EverythingAmericanEnglish Před 3 lety +20

      English with Lucy Really appreciate the kind words! Thanks for checking it out. 🥰

    • @BoyaShekar-rk4os
      @BoyaShekar-rk4os Před rokem

      Hloo

    • @semangatbelajar1705
      @semangatbelajar1705 Před rokem +1

      @@EnglishwithLucy *How about we say "I think so" to switch "yes" Miss??*

    • @lucaluca7257
      @lucaluca7257 Před rokem

      @@EnglishwithLucy
      Lucy, you're my beautiful Fairy
      😘😘😘😘😘😘

  • @ameral-atoum3331
    @ameral-atoum3331 Před 2 lety +12

    I have a B.A degree in English I find your videos more useful than what I studied lol 😝 I really enjoy your lessons and also your accent is fabulous .. keep it up 👍

  • @user-ep6so8jq5w
    @user-ep6so8jq5w Před měsícem

    I appreciate your effort.

  • @angeaka9571
    @angeaka9571 Před rokem

    Hello I come from Ivory Coast 🇨🇮 and I love your videos

  • @mohammadn6743
    @mohammadn6743 Před 3 lety +41

    Thank you Lucy for this today’s lesson.
    For me the word “awesome” is overused and often annoying cuz everything is “awesome” 😅😅😅

    • @EnglishwithLucy
      @EnglishwithLucy  Před 3 lety +23

      You are RIGHT! Here is my video lesson explain how to STOP SAYING AWESOME: czcams.com/video/StTqXEQ2l-Y/video.html

    • @mohammadn6743
      @mohammadn6743 Před 3 lety +8

      English with Lucy 😂😂 cheers!

    • @xoxoanshi
      @xoxoanshi Před 3 lety +1

      @@EnglishwithLucy 😂😂😂😂

    • @xoxoanshi
      @xoxoanshi Před 3 lety +1

      @@EnglishwithLucy lol😂😂

    • @semangatbelajar1705
      @semangatbelajar1705 Před rokem

      @@EnglishwithLucy *How about we say "I think so" to switch "yes" Miss??*

  • @christpherhill1398
    @christpherhill1398 Před 3 lety +12

    I have just started watching your channel. You have given me so many words "to say" and to describe attitude in my adult story I'm writing thank you!

  • @Sneha-wt6yk
    @Sneha-wt6yk Před rokem

    I watch your videos for the wonderful accent that you have..Love from India💖

  • @shirlyjenifer7298
    @shirlyjenifer7298 Před 5 měsíci

    Very useful lessons...great job!!

  • @AnshGupta1998
    @AnshGupta1998 Před 3 lety +31

    You're wonderful teacher. I appreciate that!