Can engage in extended conversation on familiar topics
Extended discourse management
Vocabulary
familiar topics — tós familiares
I like to talk about like work and hobbies.
Gosto de conversar sobre tópicos familiares como trabalho e hobbies.to deepen the conversation — aprofundar a conversa
We can deepen the conversation about this topic.
Podemos aprofundar a conversa sobre este assunto.to give my opinion — dar a minha opinião
Can I give my opinion on this topic?
Posso dar a minha opinião sobre este tema?to listen actively — ouvir ativamente
It is important when someone is speaking.
É importante ouvir ativamente quando alguém está a falar.to rephrase what was heard — reformular o que se ouviu
Can I rephrase what I heard to confirm I understood?
Posso reformular o que ouvi para confirmar que entendi?to confirm understanding — confirmar a compreensão
I want before continuing.
Quero confirmar a compreensão antes de continuar.
Grammar
Conditional tense for polite conversation
Using conditional forms (gostaria, poderia, seria) to soften statements
- I would like to know more about that.
- Would it be possible to meet tomorrow?
Cultural notes
British conversation culture values active listening and taking turns. Showing interest through follow-up questions is appreciated. Avoid dominating the conversation.