EP7. Express gratitude (如何用英语表达感谢)

Learn how to express gratitude in different situations, whether through speaking or writing. This episode also talks about the cultural differences between giving gifts in China and Australia.

There are many ways to show you're thankful in English beyond just saying "thank you."

In this episode, Vanessa, a new immigrant to the country, becomes the parent representative for her son's class. Her first task is to choose a gift and write a thank you card for her son's teacher.

Vanessa, Dory and Ai Lin had a fun chat in recording this episode.

With the guidance of an experienced English teacher Ai Lin, this episode helps Vanessa:

• Understand the differences in how gratitude is expressed across cultures.
• Learn various ways to express thanks.
• Tips for writing a sincere "thank you" card.

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^{Sound design and music composition: Bowei Zhu, Yuqi Huang}

This podcast helps Mandarin-speaking immigrants in Australia understand the English language better and feel more motivated to learn. Find previous episodes in the eight-part series your podcast app, such as the SBS Audio app,

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