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Hello!
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We're really happy to have you with us today.
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Hi everyone!
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Thanks for joining us.
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If you're here to improve your English, you're in the right place.
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I'm Sarah.
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And I'm Daniel.
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On this channel, we help you speak clear, natural English with confidence in real -life situations.
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If you enjoy this video, please give us a thumbs up and don't forget to subscribe.
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Yes, your support helps us so much.
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Thank you for being here.
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So, Sarah, what are we talking about today?
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Today, we have a very practical topic.
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We're going to learn how to use negotiation phrases in business meetings.
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Oh, this is such an important skill.
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Negotiation comes up in many situations, whether you're discussing a contract, agreeing on deadlines, or even talking about prices.
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Exactly.
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And we're going to make it easy and practical.
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We'll teach you useful phrases, common mistakes to avoid, and some practice dialogues.
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Sounds perfect.
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So, Sarah, before we start, how are you feeling today?
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I'm feeling great.
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I had a productive morning preparing examples for today's lesson.
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How about you?
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I'm excited, too.
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I think our viewers will find this really useful, especially for meetings at work or with clients.
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I agree.
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Okay, everyone, let's get started.
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All right, Daniel, let's start with the basics.
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How do we start a negotiation in a business meeting?
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Good question.
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A common way to start is by setting a positive tone.
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You can say something like, thank you for meeting with me today, or I'm glad we could find time to discuss this.
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That sounds polite and professional.
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I like that.
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Any other ways to start?
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Yes.
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You can also set the context by saying, I'd like to talk about our current contract, or I'd like to discuss the project budget.
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It's direct but polite.
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So we start with a greeting, then a statement about the topic.
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Got it.
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Exactly.
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Now, once the meeting starts, you might need to express your position.
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For example, if you're negotiating a price, you can say, we'd like to propose a rate of $5 ,000 for this
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project can you give another example for deadlines sure you could
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say we'd like to complete the project within six weeks
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if possible notice how it's polite
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but still shows your goal ah I see it's about being clear
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but respectful right
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and you can also ask the other party for their opinion for example does this timeline work for you
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or what are your thoughts on the budget these phrases make the conversation more collaborative.
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Exactly.
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Instead of sounding bossy, you invite discussion.
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Okay, Sarah, what about when the other person makes a suggestion or counteroffer?
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Good question.
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First, acknowledge what they said.
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You can say, I understand your point, or that's a good suggestion.
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Even if you don't agree yet?
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Yes.
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Acknowledgement shows respect.
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After that, you can state your position.
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For example, I see your offer, but could we consider $5 ,500 instead?
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I like that.
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So you agree in part, then suggest an alternative.
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Exactly.
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Another useful phrase is, would you be open to adjusting this slightly?
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And for timelines, you might say, I understand the deadline you suggested.
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Could we extend it by one week to ensure quality?
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Yes, that's polite but clear.
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Another way is to use softening words.
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Words like maybe, perhaps, or possibly can help make requests less direct.
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For example, perhaps we could discuss a higher budget.
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I see.
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That sounds more diplomatic.
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Daniel, I often hear people using I think in negotiations.
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Is that natural?
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Yes, but it depends on the tone.
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For example, I think we might consider extending the deadline is polite, but if you overuse it, you may sound unsure.
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Ah, balance is key.
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Not too soft, not too aggressive.
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Exactly.
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Another useful phrase is, we're willing to be flexible on X if you can adjust Y.
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Oh, that's great.
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Can you give a full example?
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Sure.
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We're willing to be flexible on the delivery date if you can increase the budget slightly.
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I like that.
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It shows compromise.
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Yes, and compromise is essential in negotiations.
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Speaking of which, another helpful phrase is, let's find a solution that works for both of us.
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That's very collaborative.
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It invites cooperation rather than confrontation.
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Exactly.
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And if you need more time to think, you can say, I'd like to review this proposal and get back to you.
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Very useful.
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Sometimes negotiations get heated, and it's good to pause.
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Okay, Sarah, what about ending the negotiation?
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How do you close the conversation politely?
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You can summarize the agreement by saying, Can you give a practical example?
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Sure.
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So, to confirm, we'll deliver the project in six weeks, and the agreed rate is $5 ,500.
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That's very clear.
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And if there's no agreement yet?
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Then you can say, let's continue this discussion later, or I think we need more time to review the options.
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It keeps the conversation professional without ending abruptly.
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Exactly.
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And always thank the person at the end.
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Thank you for your time, or I appreciate your input.
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Sarah, can we practice a role play for a negotiation about project pricing?
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Great idea.
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Let's imagine I'm a client and you're the project manager.
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Perfect.
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I'll start.
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Hi, D 'Angelo.
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Thank you for meeting me today.
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I'm excited to discuss the new project.
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Hi, Sarah.
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Thanks for having me.
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I'm glad we could find time to talk.
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So, regarding the budget, we'd like to propose $5 ,000 for this project.
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I see.
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I was hoping the budget could be closer to $6 ,000 given the scope of work.
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I understand.
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That's a fair point.
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Would you be open to $5 ,500 as a compromise?
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Hmm, $5 ,500 is reasonable.
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However, could we possibly adjust the timeline to seven weeks to ensure quality?
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Yes, we can extend the timeline.
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Let's confirm the budget will be $5 ,500 and the deadline is seven weeks.
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That works for me.
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Thank you, Sarah.
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Thank you, Daniel.
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I appreciate your flexibility.
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See how simple phrases made this negotiation smooth and professional?
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Yes.
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Acknowledgement, compromise, and polite suggestions really help.
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Sarah, can we do another scenario about negotiating working hours or deadlines?
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Sure.
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This time, let's imagine a team leader and an employee negotiating a deadline.
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Okay, I'll be the team leader.
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Hi, Alex.
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I'd like to discuss the deadline for the report.
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Hi, Sarah.
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Sure.
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I noticed the deadline is set for next Monday.
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I think we might need an extra two days to ensure accuracy.
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I see your point.
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Accuracy is important.
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Could we possibly extend it to Wednesday instead of Friday to meet your concerns?
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Wednesday works.
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Thank you.
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I appreciate the flexibility.
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Great.
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Let's agree.
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The report will be due Wednesday, and you'll send me a draft by Monday for review.
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Perfect.
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That gives us both time to check details.
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Thank you excellent notice how we used polite phrases I think we might need
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and could we possibly extend yes they soften the request
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while being professional hi everyone thanks for joining us
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if you're here to improve your business English you're definitely in the right place I'm Alex
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and I'm Sarah on this channel we help you speak clear natural English with confidence in real -life business situations
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if you enjoy this lesson don't forget to like and subscribe your support really helps us keep creating more content like this.
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Absolutely.
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Thank you so much for being here.
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So, Alex, what are we talking about today?
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Today's topic is extremely practical and powerful.
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We're going to learn how to use negotiation phrases in business meetings.
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This is such an important skill.
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Whether you're discussing prices, deadlines, contracts, or responsibilities, negotiation is everywhere in business.
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Exactly.
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And the good news is, you don't need complicated vocabulary.
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You just need the right phrases and the right tone.
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Yes.
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And today we're going to give you practical, real -world examples so you can actually use these phrases in your next meeting.
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We'll also practice together and show you how real conversations happen.
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Sounds great.
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So before we start, Alex, how are you feeling today?
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I'm feeling great.
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Ready to negotiate everything today.
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How about you?
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I'm good.
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Let's see if you can negotiate your way through this lesson.
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Challenge accepted.
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All right, everyone.
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Let's get started.
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So, Sarah, let's begin with the basics.
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What is negotiation in business?
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Good question.
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Negotiation is when two or more people discuss something to reach an agreement.
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So it's not about winning or losing, right?
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Exactly.
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It's about finding a solution that works for everyone.
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That's important.
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Many people think negotiation means arguing, but it's actually about collaboration.
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Right, and the language you use can make a big difference.
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Okay, so let's start with a simple situation.
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Imagine you're in a meeting and you want to make a suggestion.
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What can you say?
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You can start with polite phrases, like, I'd like to suggest, or, can I propose something?
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That sounds professional.
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Yes.
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For example, I'd like to suggest we extend the deadline by one week.
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Or can I propose a different approach to this project?
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Exactly.
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These phrases show confidence, but also respect.
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What if you want to ask for someone's opinion?
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You can say, what do you think about this?
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Or, how do you feel about this proposal?
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That's useful, because negotiation is a two -way conversation.
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Yes, you're not just talking, you're listening, too.
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Now let's talk about agreeing.
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That's the easy part, right?
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Usually, yes.
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You can say, I agree, or that sounds good to me.
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Or something more formal, like, I think that's a reasonable solution.
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Exactly.
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You can also say, I'm happy with that, or that works for me.
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Simple and clear.
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Now comes the tricky part, disagreeing.
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Ah, yes, this is where many learners feel uncomfortable.
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But the key is to be polite and professional.
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So instead of saying, that's wrong, what should we say?
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You can say, I see your point, but...
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That's a great phrase.
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It softens the disagreement.
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For example, I see your point, but I think we need more time.
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Or, I understand what you're saying, however, I have a different perspective.
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Exactly.
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You're showing respect while still expressing your opinion.
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What if you want to negotiate price or budget?
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That's very common in business meetings.
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You can say, is there any flexibility in the budget?
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Nice.
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That sounds polite and professional.
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Or, would it be possible to adjust the price?
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That's better than saying it's too expensive.
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Exactly.
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Always soften your language.
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Let's say someone gives you an offer.
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How do you respond if you want a better deal?
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You can say, that's a good starting point, but could we discuss the terms further?
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I like that.
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It keeps the conversation open.
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Or, I was hoping for something closer to...
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For example, I was hoping for something closer to 50 ,000 pounds.
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Yes, very natural.
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What about making a counteroffer?
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You can say, would you consider...
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Example?
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Would you consider extending the contract to 12 months?
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Or, would you consider a lower price if we increase the order?
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Perfect.
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That's real negotiation language.
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Now let's talk about compromise.
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Yes, this is the heart of negotiation.
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What's a good phrase for compromise?
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You can say, we're willing to compromise on… For example, we're willing to compromise on the delivery date exactly or
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if you can do this we can do
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that that's a powerful structure yes for example
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if you can reduce the price we can increase the order
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that's negotiation in action let's do a quick role play great
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idea I'll be the client you be the supplier perfect thank
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you for your proposal the price is a bit higher than
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we expected I understand could you tell me your budget range we were hoping for something closer to 10 ,000 pounds.
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I see your point.
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If you're able to commit to a longer contract, we could adjust the price.
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That sounds reasonable.
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What kind of discount can you offer?
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We could reduce it by 10 % if the contract is for 12 months.
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That's interesting.
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Let me think about it. Of course.
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Take your time.
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That was very realistic.
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Yes, and notice how polite and calm the conversation was.
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No pressure, no conflict, just discussion.
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Let's continue with more phrases.
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What if you need time to think?
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That happens a lot.
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You can say, let me think about that.
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Or, can I get back to you on this?
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Exactly.
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Very professional.
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What if you want to delay a decision?
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You can say, we need some time to review this internally.
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That's very common in business.
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Yes, it gives you space without rejecting the offer.
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What about confirming an agreement?
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You can say, so just to confirm...
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So, just to confirm, we've agreed on the new deadline.
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Exactly.
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Always clarify.
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Let's do another role play, this time a full meeting scenario.
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Great.
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I'll start.
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Thank you for meeting with us today.
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We'd like to discuss the project timeline.
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Thank you.
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We're happy to be here.
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Currently, the deadline is very tight.
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We'd like to suggest extending it by two weeks.
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I see your point, but we have internal deadlines to meet.
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That's understandable.
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Would it be possible to extend just one week instead?
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That might be possible.
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What would you offer in return?
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If we get an extra week, we can ensure higher quality and add additional features.
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That sounds fair.
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Let me discuss this with my team. Of course.
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We're open to further discussion.
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Thank you.
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We appreciate your flexibility.
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Likewise.
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That was a great example of negotiation.
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Yes, both sides gave something and gained something.
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Let's talk about tone.
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Why is tone important?
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Because even correct words can sound rude if your tone is wrong.
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So always be calm, polite, and respectful.
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Exactly.
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use soft language let's look at some common mistakes okay mistake one being too direct
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like saying no that's not acceptable instead say i'm not sure
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that would work for us much better mistake two not listening
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negotiation is not just speaking exactly you need to understand the
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other side mistake three aggressive language avoid phrases like you must
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or you have to use could you
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or would you be able to let's practice one more scenario
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yes a salary negotiation this time thank you for the offer
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i'm really excited about this role we're glad to hear
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that i was hoping to discuss the salary of course what
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do you have in mind based on my experience i was expecting something slightly higher.
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I see.
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What range are you considering?
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I was hoping for something closer to 45 ,000 pounds.
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That's a bit above our budget.
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I understand.
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Would there be flexibility with bonuses or benefits?
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Yes, we could offer a performance bonus.
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That sounds great.
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I'm happy to consider that.
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Excellent.
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Let's finalize the details.
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That was very smooth.
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Yes, no conflict, just negotiation
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so what's the key takeaway today use polite flexible language focus on solutions not problems
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and always listen carefully exactly now it's your turn practice these
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phrases in your daily conversations even small practice will build confidence
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and remember negotiation is a skill the more you practice the
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better you get before we finish here's your question of the
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day what is That's one situation where you need to negotiate in English.
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Write your answer and try to use one phrase from today's lesson.
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We'd love to read your responses.
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Thank you so much for learning with us today.
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Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.
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Keep practicing, stay confident, and keep improving your English.
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See you in the next lesson.
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Bye everyone!
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Goodbye!
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Hello everyone!
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We're really happy to have you with us today.
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Hi everyone!
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Thanks for joining us!
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If you're here to improve your English, you're in the right place.
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I'm Emily.
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And I'm Jack.
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On this channel, we help you speak clear, natural English with confidence in real -life situations.
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If you enjoy this episode, please give us a thumbs up and don't forget to subscribe.
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Yes, your support helps us so much.
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Thank you for being here.
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So, Jack, what are we talking about today?
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Today, we have a very practical and powerful topic.
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We're going to learn negotiation phrases for business meetings.
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That's such an important skill.
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Whether you're discussing a deal, working with a client, or talking to your manager, negotiation is everywhere.
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Exactly.
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And many English learners feel nervous during negotiations because they don't know the right phrases to use.
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That's true.
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Today, we'll make it simple, natural, and very practical with real -life examples.
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We'll show you how to agree, disagree politely, make offers, respond to proposals, and handle difficult situations.
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Sounds perfect.
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So, Jack, how are you feeling today?
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I'm feeling great.
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I'm excited because this topic can really change how people communicate at work.
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I agree.
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Okay, everyone, let's get started.
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Let's begin with something simple.
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What is negotiation?
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Good question.
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Negotiation is when two or more people discuss something to reach an agreement.
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Exactly.
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It could be about price, deadlines, responsibilities, or even ideas.
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And in business, negotiation needs to be polite, clear, and professional.
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So let's start with how to open a negotiation.
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Yes.
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First impressions are very important.
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You want to sound friendly but professional.
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A simple phrase could be, thank you for meeting with us today.
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Or, we appreciate the opportunity to discuss this project.
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Another useful phrase is, let's go over the main points.
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Yes, that helps guide the conversation.
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Let's do a quick example.
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I'll start.
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Okay.
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Thank you for meeting with us today.
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We're excited to discuss this partnership.
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Thank you.
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We appreciate your interest.
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Let's go over your proposal.
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That sounds natural and professional.
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Yes, and very simple.
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Now let's talk about making your first offer.
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This is where many people feel nervous.
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True, but you don't need complicated language.
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For example, you can say, we would like to...
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Wait, let's correct that.
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We would like to propose.
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Good correction.
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Or you can say, our initial offer is...
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Another useful phrase is, we're looking at a budget of...
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Let's give an example.
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Sure.
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Our initial offer is $50 ,000 for the project.
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Thank you for your offer.
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Let me review that.
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Notice how calm and polite that sounds.
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Yes, no pressure, just clear communication.
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Now let's talk about agreeing.
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This is the easy part, right?
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Yes, but we still want to sound professional.
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Instead of just saying, okay, you can say, that sounds reasonable.
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Or, we're happy with that arrangement.
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Another good one is, I think that works for us.
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Let's practice.
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We can deliver the project in four weeks.
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That sounds reasonable.
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We're happy with that timeline.
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Perfect.
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Now, what about disagreeing?
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This is more difficult.
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Yes, because you don't want to sound rude.
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Exactly.
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So instead of saying, no, that's wrong, you soften your language.
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For example, I'm afraid that won't work for us.
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Or, we see it a bit differently.
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Another great phrase is, I understand your point, but… Let's try an example.
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We'd like to reduce the budget by 20%.
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I understand your point, but that would be difficult for us.
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That's polite and professional.
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Yes, and it keeps the conversation positive.
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Now let's talk about making counteroffers.
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This is very important in negotiation.
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A counteroffer is when you respond with a different suggestion.
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You can say, would you be open to… or we could consider… Another good one is, what if we… Example time.
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We can only pay $40 ,000.
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I see.
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Would you be open to $45 ,000 if we include additional services?
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That's a strong negotiation move.
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Yes.
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You're not saying no, you're offering a solution.
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Now let's talk about asking for clarification.
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Very important.
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You should never guess in business.
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Exactly.
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You can say, could you clarify that?
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Or can you explain what you mean by that?
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Another one is just to make sure I understand.
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Let's practice.
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We expect delivery in a short frame time.
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Just to make sure I understand, what timeline are you expecting?
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Perfect.
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Now let's talk about delaying or thinking time.
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Yes, sometimes you need time to decide.
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You can say, let me think about that.
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Or, we need some time to review this internally.
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Another one is, can we get back to you on that?
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Example, can you confirm the deal today?
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We need some time to review this internally.
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We'll get back to you tomorrow.
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That's very professional.
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Now let's move into a longer role play.
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Great idea.
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This will help everyone see everything together.
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Hi, thank you for meeting with us today.
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Thank you.
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We're excited to discuss this opportunity.
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Let's start with your proposal.
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Sure.
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Our initial offer is $60 ,000, including full support and delivery in six weeks.
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I see.
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That's a bit higher than our budget.
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I understand your concern.
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What budget are you working with?
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We were hoping for something closer to $50 ,000.
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I see.
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Would you be open to $55 ,000 if we adjust the scope slightly?
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That sounds reasonable.
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What changes would you suggest?
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We could reduce the number of revisions and extend the timeline slightly.
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Okay, that could work.
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Let me think about it. Of course.
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Take your time.
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Actually, I think we can agree to $55 ,000 with those conditions.
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Great.
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We're happy to move forward.
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That was a great negotiation.
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Yes, and notice how polite and clear everything was.
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That's the key to successful negotiation in English.
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Keep your language simple.
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Stay calm and respectful.
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And always focus on solutions.
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Now it's time for our question of the day.
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Today's question is, have you ever negotiated something in English?
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What phrases did you use?
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Write your answer in the comments below.
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Even a simple sentence is great practice.
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Before we finish, thank you so much for being here.
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If you found this helpful, don't forget to like and subscribe.
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Keep practicing every day.
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And remember, confidence comes with practice.
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See you in the next episode.
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Goodbye everyone.
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Hello everyone, we're really excited to have you with us today.
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Hi everyone, thanks so much for joining us.
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If you're here to improve your business English and sound more confident in meetings, you're absolutely in the right place.
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I'm Alex.
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And I'm Jamie.
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On this channel, we help you speak clear, natural English with confidence in professional environments.
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If you enjoyed this lesson, don't forget to give us a thumbs up and subscribe!
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Yes, your support really helps us continue creating useful content like this.
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Thank you for being here.
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So, Jamie, what are we talking about today?
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Today's topic is extremely practical and powerful.
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We're going to learn negotiation phrases for business meetings.
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That is such an important skill.
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Negotiation happens everywhere in business.
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Exactly.
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Whether you're discussing a project, setting deadlines, talking about budgets, or making deals, Negotiation is part of everyday communication.
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And many English learners understand meetings, but they struggle to speak during negotiations.
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Yes, they might have good ideas, but they don't know how to express them clearly or politely.
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Or they worry about sounding too direct or too weak.
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Exactly.
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So today we'll teach you practical phrases you can use immediately in real business meetings.
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And we'll also do role plays, so you can see how these phrases work in real conversations perfect
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so let's get started all right Jamie let's begin with a
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simple question what is negotiation in business great question negotiation is
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when two or more people discuss something to reach an agreement
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so it's not about winning right exactly it's about finding a solution
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that works for everyone that's a very important mindset yes good negotiation is about collaboration not conflict okay Okay,
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so let's start with the beginning of a negotiation.
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Imagine you're in a meeting.
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How do you introduce your position?
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You can use simple and polite phrases like, from our perspective.
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Ah, that sounds professional.
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Yes.
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For example, from our perspective, this timeline is a bit too short.
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That's very clear, but not aggressive.
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Exactly.
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Another phrase is, we believe that… For example, we believe that this approach will be more effective.
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Perfect.
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You can also say, our main concern is… That sounds useful.
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Can you give an example?
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Sure.
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Our main concern is the cost of implementation.
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That's great.
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You're expressing a problem clearly.
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Yes, and you're doing it politely.
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Now, what if you want to ask the other person for their opinion?
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Good point.
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Negotiation is a two -way conversation.
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You can say, what are your thoughts on this?
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Simple and natural.
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Or how do you see this situation?
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I like that.
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It sounds very professional.
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You can also say, would you be open to discussing this further?
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That's very polite.
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Yes, it invites discussion instead of forcing agreement.
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Now let's talk about agreeing.
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What phrases can we use when we agree?
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You can say, that sounds reasonable.
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That's a great one.
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Or I completely agree with you.
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Very clear.
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Another useful one is, that makes sense.
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Simple and effective.
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You can also say, we're on the same page.
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That's a very common business expression.
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Yes, it means you both understand and agree.
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Now, what about partial agreement?
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Ah, that's very important.
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You don't always fully agree.
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Exactly.
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You can say, I see your point, but… That's a classic phrase.
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For example, I see your point, but we need more time to complete the project.
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That's very balanced.
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Another one is, I agree to some extent.
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Nice.
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Or, that's a good point, however… Very professional language.
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Yes, it helps you disagree politely.
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Speaking of that, how do we disagree in a professional way?
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This is very important.
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You should never sound rude.
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Absolutely.
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You can say, I'm not sure I agree with that.
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That's soft and polite.
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Or I see it differently.
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That's very nice.
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Another one is, I understand your point, but I have a different view.
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That's perfect for meetings.
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Yes, it shows respect while expressing disagreement it.
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Now, let's talk about making suggestions.
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Great.
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You can say, what if we… For example, what if we extend the deadline by one week?
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Exactly.
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Or how about we… How about we reduce the budget slightly?
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Perfect.
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Another useful phrase is we could consider… That sounds very professional.
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Yes.
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For example, we could consider a phased approach.
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That's excellent.
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You can also say one option might be very flexible language
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yes it shows you are open to discussion now what
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if you want to negotiate
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or make a compromise this is the heart of negotiation you
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can say would you be willing to for example would you be willing to lower the price exactly
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or if we do this could you ah that's conditional negotiation yes for example
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if we increase the order could you offer a discount.
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That's very realistic.
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Another one is, we're prepared to, provided that… That sounds advanced.
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Yes, for example, we're prepared to sign the contract, provided that the delivery time is reduced.
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That's a powerful phrase.
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Yes, it clearly shows your condition.
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Now let's talk about handling problems.
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Good idea.
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You can say, we're facing some challenges with… For example, we're facing some challenges changes with the timeline.
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exactly or there seems to be an issue with very polite another one is we need to address
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that sounds serious
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but professional yes it shows action now let's move to a
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role play great idea let's imagine a business meeting negotiation i'll be a client
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and you'll be a project manager perfect let's start thank you
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for meeting with us today thank you for having me we're
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excited to discuss the project from our perspective the timeline is quite tight I understand your concern.
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However, we believe the timeline is achievable with proper planning.
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I see your point, but we're worried about quality.
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That's a valid concern.
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What if we add an extra review phase?
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That sounds reasonable.
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How would that affect the cost?
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It would increase the cost slightly.
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However, we could adjust other areas to balance it.
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Could you give an example?
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Sure.
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We could reduce the number of revisions.
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I'm not sure I agree with that.
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Revisions are important for us.
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I understand.
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In that case, we could consider extending the timeline instead.
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That might work.
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How much extra time would you need?
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Approximately one additional week.
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That sounds acceptable.
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Great.
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So we're on the same page?
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Yes, I believe so.
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Excellent.
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That was a great example.
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Yes, very realistic.
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Let's do another one.
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Maybe a price negotiation.
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Perfect.
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Your proposal looks good, but the price is a bit high for us.
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I understand your concern.
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Could you share your budget range?
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We were hoping for something closer to $8 ,000.
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I see.
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Our current price is $10 ,000.
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However, we could offer a discount if you commit to a long -term contract.
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That's interesting.
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What kind of discount are we talking about?
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We could reduce the price by 10%.
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That's a good start, but it's still above our budget.
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In that case, we could adjust the scope of the project.
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What do you suggest?
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We could remove some non -essential features.
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That might work.
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Would you be open to that?
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Yes, I think that's a reasonable solution.
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Great.
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That was very practical.
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Yes, these are real situations people face.
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Before we finish, let's give some final tips.
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Sure.
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First, always stay polite.
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Second, be clear and direct, but not aggressive.
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Third, listen carefully to the other person.
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Fourth, be flexible and open to compromise.
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And finally, practice these phrases regularly.
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Practice really makes a difference.
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Absolutely.
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Now it's time for our question of the day.
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Yes, what negotiation phrase do you find most useful?
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Or have you ever negotiated something in English?
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Write your answer in the comments below.
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We love reading your responses.
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And don't worry about mistakes, that's how you learn.
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Exactly.
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Thank you so much for being here today.
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If you found this helpful, don't forget to like and subscribe.
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Keep practicing, keep improving, and stay confident.
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See you in the next episode.
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Bye, everyone.
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Hello, everyone.
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We're really happy to have you with us today.
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Hi, everyone.
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Thanks so much for joining us.
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If you're here to improve your English for real business situations, you are absolutely in the right place.
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I'm Sarah.
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And I'm Daniel.
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On this channel, we help you speak clear, natural English with confidence in professional environments.
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If you enjoy this lesson, don't forget to give us a thumbs up and subscribe.
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Your support really helps us continue creating content like this.
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Yes, thank you so much for being here.
723
So, Sarah, what are we talking about today?
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Today, we're diving into a very powerful and practical topic, negotiation phrases for business meetings.
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That's such an essential skill negotiation happens everywhere in meetings emails contracts even casual discussions at work exactly
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and the way you express yourself during a negotiation can completely
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change the outcome right you might have a great idea
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or a strong position but
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if you don't use the right language it can sound too aggressive
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or too weak that's why today we're going to teach you how to sound professional, polite, and confident when negotiating in English.
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And we'll give you lots of practical examples so you can actually use these phrases in real life.
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Sounds good.
733
So, Daniel, before we jump in, how are you feeling today?
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I'm feeling great.
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I had a couple of meetings this morning, so this topic is very fresh in my mind.
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Perfect timing, then.
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I'm feeling good, too.
738
Excited to teach this
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because I know it's going help a lot of people absolutely
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okay everyone let's get started let's begin with something simple
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when you enter a negotiation the first step is expressing your
742
position clearly yes you need to explain what you want in a calm
743
and professional way a very useful phrase is From our perspective, we believe that...
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That's a great one.
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It sounds balanced and not too aggressive.
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For example, from our perspective, we believe that the timeline needs to be extended.
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Another good phrase is, our main priority is.
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Yes.
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For example, our main priority is maintaining quality while meeting deadlines.
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Notice how these phrases help you sound structured and professional.
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Exactly.
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You're not just saying what you want, you're explaining your reasoning.
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Now, what if you want to ask the other person about their position?
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Good question.
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You can say, could you share your thoughts on this?
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Or, how do you see this situation?
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These phrases invite discussion instead of creating conflict.
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And that's very important in negotiation.
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You're not fighting, you're collaborating.
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Exactly.
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Now let's move to agreeing with someone.
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Ah, yes.
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Agreement builds trust.
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A simple phrase is, I completely agree with you.
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Or a softer version, I see your point.
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That's very useful when you don't fully agree, but still want to be polite.
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For example, I see your point about the budget constraints.
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Another good phrase is, that makes sense.
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Yes, it shows you're listening and understanding.
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Now let's talk about partial agreement.
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This is very common.
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Right, you don't fully agree, but you don't want to sound negative.
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You can say, I agree to some extent, but...
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That but is very important.
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It introduces your opinion politely.
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For example, I agree to some extent, but I think we should also consider customer feedback.
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Another phrase is, that's a valid point, however, very professional.
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Now let's move to disagreeing.
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This is where many learners struggle.
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Yes, because they either sound too direct or too passive.
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So instead of saying, you're wrong, which is too harsh… You can say, I'm not sure I completely agree.
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Or, I see it a bit differently.
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That's one of my favorites.
784
It sounds calm and respectful.
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For example, I see it a bit differently.
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I think reducing the budget might affect quality.
787
Another useful phrase is, I understand your point, but I have some concerns.
788
That's excellent for business meetings.
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Now let's talk about making suggestions.
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Yes, this is key in negotiation.
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You can say, how about we… For example, how about we extend the deadline by one week?
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Or, what if we… For example, what if we split the project into two phases?
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These phrases sound collaborative, not controlling.
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Exactly.
795
Now let's talk about making offers.
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You can say, we're willing to… For example, we're willing to increase the budget if the deadline is extended.
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That's negotiation and action, give and take.
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Another phrase is, we can offer...
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We can offer additional support during the implementation phase.
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Now let's move to asking for something.
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Yes, and this must be done politely.
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You can say, would it be possible to...
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For example, would it be possible to revise the pricing structure?
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Or could you consider...
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Could you consider adjusting the delivery schedule?
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Now let's talk about clarifying.
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Very important.
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Misunderstandings can ruin negotiations.
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You can say, just to clarify… Just to clarify, are you suggesting we delay the launch?
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Or, let me make sure I understand correctly.
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These phrases show professionalism and attention to detail.
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Now, let's move into a practical role play.
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Great idea!
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This will help everyone see how these phrases work together.
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Let's imagine we are in a business meeting discussing a project timeline.
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I'll start.
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Go ahead.
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Thank you for joining the meeting.
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From our perspective, we believe the current timeline is quite tight.
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I see your point.
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However, our main priority is to launch the product before the holiday season.
822
That makes sense.
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Could you share your thoughts on extending the deadline slightly?
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I'm not sure I completely agree.
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Extending the deadline could affect our marketing strategy.
826
I understand your concern, but what if we adjust the scope instead?
827
That's a valid point.
828
We could consider that.
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How about we reduce some non -essential features?
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That could work.
831
We're willing to prioritize the core features to meet the deadline.
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Great.
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In that case, we can offer additional resources to support development.
834
That sounds like a good compromise.
835
Just to clarify, we'll keep the deadline but adjust the scope, correct?
836
Yes, that's correct.
837
That was a great example.
838
Yes.
839
Notice how we stayed polite, clear, and solution -focused exactly that's the key to successful negotiation let's
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do another scenario this time about pricing perfect I'll start thank
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you for your proposal I see your point regarding the pricing
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but I have some concerns of course could you explain your concerns The cost is slightly above our budget.
843
Would it be possible to offer a discount?
844
We understand your situation.
845
However, the price reflects the quality of our service.
846
That makes sense.
847
What if we commit to a longer contract?
848
That's an interesting idea.
849
In that case, we can offer a reduced rate.
850
That sounds reasonable.
851
Great.
852
Let's move forward with that agreement.
853
Another excellent example.
854
Yes, and very realistic.
855
Now let's talk about common mistakes this is very important mistake
856
number one being too direct for example saying this is wrong
857
instead say I'm not sure I agree much better mistake number
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two being too vague like saying maybe we can change something
859
instead be specific how about we extend the deadline by two days exactly Mistake number three, not listening.
860
Negotiation is not just speaking, it's also listening.
861
Yes, use phrases like, I see your point, to show you're engaged.
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Now let's wrap up with a final role play combining everything.
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Let's do it.
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Two, thank you for meeting today.
865
Our main priority is to finalize the agreement.
866
Absolutely.
867
From our perspective, we'd like to discuss the delivery timeline. Of course.
868
How do you see it?
869
We believe the current schedule is too tight.
870
Would it be possible to extend it by one week?
871
I understand your concern, but we have strict deadlines.
872
That makes sense.
873
What if we reduce the scope slightly?
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That's a valid point.
875
We could consider that.
876
Great.
877
In that case, we're willing to increase our budget slightly.
878
That sounds fair.
879
Just to clarify, we'll adjust the scope and extend the timeline by a few days, correct?
880
Yes, that works for us.
881
Perfect.
882
That was a complete negotiation flow.
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Yes, clear, polite, and effective.
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So, everyone watching, the key takeaway is this.
885
Negotiation is not about winning, it's about finding a solution.
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Use polite phrases, stay calm, and focus on collaboration.
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Practice these phrases out loud.
888
That's how you build confidence.
889
Now it's your turn.
890
Think about a situation where you need to negotiate.
891
What would you say?
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Try using phrases like, I see your point, what if we, and would it be possible to?
893
Before we finish, thank you so much for being here.
894
If you found this helpful, don't forget to like and subscribe.
895
Keep practicing, keep improving, and keep speaking with confidence.
896
We'll see you in the next lesson.
897
Goodbye, everyone.
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Goodbye.
899
Hi, everyone.
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Thanks for joining us.
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If you're here to improve your English for business situations, you're in exactly the right place.
902
Absolutely.
903
I'm Alex and I'm Sarah on this channel we help you speak clear confident
904
and professional English in real -life business situations
905
if you enjoy this lesson please give us a thumbs up
906
and don't forget to subscribe yes your support really helps us continue creating more content like this thank you
907
so much for being here
908
so Alex what are we talking about today today we're diving into a very powerful
909
and practical topic negotiation phrases for business meetings I love this
910
topic negotiation is something we all face whether it's discussing prices deadlines responsibilities
911
or project terms exactly and the key is not just what you say
912
but how you say it that's right you need to sound polite confident
913
and professional at the same time and don't worry we're going to make it simple
914
and practical with lots of real examples sounds perfect
915
so alex how are you feeling today i'm feeling great ready
916
to negotiate some ideas how about you i'm doing really well i'm excited
917
because this is something learners can use immediately at work totally
918
agree all right everyone let's get started let's begin with a
919
simple question what is negotiation in a business meeting good question negotiation is
920
when two or more people discuss something to reach an agreement
921
so it's not about winning or losing right exactly it's about finding a solution
922
that works for everyone that's very important many people think negotiation is about being aggressive
923
but actually it's about communication understanding and compromise
924
so let's start with the beginning of a negotiation imagine you're
925
in a meeting how do you start a good way to
926
start is by setting a positive tone for example you can say thank you for meeting with us today yes
927
that sounds polite
928
and professional you can also say we appreciate the opportunity to
929
discuss this with you that's a great phrase it shows respect
930
another one is let's see how we can find a solution
931
that works for both sides I like
932
that it shows cooperation from the beginning now let's say you want to introduce your position Right.
933
You want to explain what you want clearly.
934
You can say, from our perspective, we believe that… Or our main objective is to… Exactly.
935
Another useful phrase is, what we're aiming for is… These phrases sound very natural in business meetings.
936
Now let's talk about making suggestions.
937
Yes.
938
This is very important in negotiations.
939
You can say, how about we consider… Or would you be open to… That's a very polite way to suggest something.
940
Another one is, what if we try… Perfect.
941
These phrases invite discussion instead of forcing an idea.
942
Let's do a quick example.
943
Great idea.
944
I'll start.
945
We'd like the project to be completed in two weeks.
946
I understand your timeline, but would you be open to extending it to three weeks to ensure quality?
947
That sounds very professional.
948
Yes.
949
Notice how I didn't say no directly
950
that brings us to an important skill disagreeing politely yes this
951
is critical in business English instead of saying I disagree what
952
can we say you can say I see your point
953
but that's a great one
954
or I understand where you're coming from however very polite another useful phrase is that's a valid point
955
but we may need to consider these phrases soften the disagreement
956
let's practice this with an example okay we think the price
957
should be reduced by 20 percent I understand your concern about the cost
958
but reducing it by 20 % would be difficult for us
959
that sounds much better than just saying no now let's talk
960
about asking for clarification yes sometimes you don't fully understand something
961
you can say could you clarify what you mean by that
962
or could you explain
963
that in more detail another good one is just to make
964
sure i understand that's very useful asking questions is actually a strong negotiation skill absolutely it shows you are engaged
965
and thoughtful now let's move to making offers yes this is where negotiation becomes more active
966
you can say we can offer
967
or we'd be willing to another powerful phrase is we could agree to this
968
if ah that's conditional negotiation let's do a role play great
969
we need the delivery within 10 days we could agree to attend a delivery
970
if the order volume is increased that's a perfect negotiation sentence
971
now let's talk about responding to offers yes you need to react carefully you can say
972
that sounds reasonable or that could work for us another one is let me think about
973
that good for buying time and
974
if you're not happy you can say I'm not sure
975
that would work for us or we might need to reconsider
976
that point now let's talk about compromise this is the heart
977
of negotiation yes both sides give something you can say we're
978
willing to meet you halfway that's a very common phrase
979
or let's find a middle ground another great one example time
980
we want a fifteen percent discount we can't offer fifteen percent
981
but we're willing to meet you halfway at ten percent perfect
982
compromise now let's talk about handling pressure yes sometimes negotiations get
983
intense you can say we need some time to consider this
984
or let's take a moment to review our options this helps you stay calm
985
and professional now let's do a longer role play great idea
986
thank you for meeting with us today we'd like to discuss
987
the contract terms thank you we appreciate the opportunity our main objective is to finalize the agreement this week
988
that sounds good however we may need a bit more time
989
for internal approval I understand would you be open to setting a tentative deadline yes
990
that could work we're aiming for a price of $10 ,000 I I see your point, but that price is slightly lower than our expectations.
991
What would you suggest?
992
We could agree to $12 ,000, but we'd include additional support services.
993
That's interesting.
994
Let me think about that. Of course.
995
We're willing to meet you halfway at $11 ,000, if the support is included.
996
That sounds reasonable.
997
That was a great example.
998
Yes, and notice how smooth the conversation was.
999
Now let's talk about closing the negotiation.
1000
Very important step.
1001
You can say, so we're agreed on.
1002
Or, let's summarize what we've decided.
1003
Another one is, we're happy to move forward with this.
1004
That shows agreement clearly.
1005
Let's do a closing example.
1006
Sure.
1007
So, we're agreed on the price and delivery timeline.
1008
Yes, that's correct.
1009
Great.
1010
We'll prepare the final contract.
1011
Looking forward to working together.
1012
That sounds very professional.
1013
Exactly.
1014
Now, let's talk about common mistakes.
1015
Yes, this is very important.
1016
Mistake one, being too direct.
1017
Saying this is too expensive can sound rude.
1018
Instead say, the price seems a bit high for us.
1019
Much better.
1020
Mistake two, not listening.
1021
Negotiation is a two -way conversation.
1022
Mistake three, using emotional language.
1023
Stay calm and professional.
1024
Mistake four, not being clear.
1025
Always express your position clearly.
1026
Let's do a quick practice.
1027
I'll say something, you improve it.
1028
I'll start.
1029
Your offer is bad.
1030
I'm not sure this offer meets our expectations.
1031
Much better.
1032
we can't accept this unfortunately we're unable to accept this proposal
1033
perfect now let's wrap up we covered so many useful phrases today from starting a negotiation to closing it professionally
1034
remember the key is to be polite clear and confident
1035
practice these phrases again and again try using them in real meetings
1036
or role plays now it's time for our question of the day.
1037
Have you ever been in a negotiation?
1038
What did you say?
1039
Or what is one phrase you want to start using?
1040
Write your answers in the comments below.
1041
We love reading your responses.
1042
Thank you so much for joining us today.
1043
Keep practicing, stay confident, and keep improving your English.
1044
See you in the next episode.
1045
Goodbye!
1046
Thank you.
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| Parola | Pronuncia | Significato |
|---|---|---|
| negotiation sostantivo | /nɪˌɡəʊ.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/ | negoziato, negoziazione |
| phrase sostantivo | /ˈfɹeɪ̯z/ | espressione, polirematica |
| polite aggettivo | /pəˈlaɪt/ | cortese, educato |
| deadline sostantivo | /ˈdɛdˌlaɪn/ | scadenza, termine |
| timeline sostantivo | /ˈtaɪmˌlaɪn/ | linea temporale, linea del tempo |
| practical aggettivo | /ˈpɹæk.tɪ.kəl/ | pratico |
| compromise sostantivo | /ˈkɑmpɹəˌmaɪz/ | compromesso |
| negotiate verbo | /nəˈɡəʊ.ʃi.eɪt/ | negoziare |
| adjust verbo | /əˈd͡ʒʌst/ | adattare, adeguare |
| topic sostantivo | /ˈtɑpɪk/ | tema, categoria |
| subscribe verbo | /səbˈskɹaɪb/ | abbonarsi |
| lesson sostantivo | /ˈlɛs.ən/ | lezione |
| proposal sostantivo | /pɹəˈpoʊzəl/ | proposta |
| skill sostantivo | /skɪl/ | abilità, capacità |
| suggestion sostantivo | /səˈd͡ʒɛst.ʃən/ | suggestione, suggerimento |
I phrasal verb che sentirai
| Parola | Pronuncia | Significato |
|---|---|---|
| go ahead verbo | /ˌɡoʊ əˈhɛd/ | procedere, andare avanti |
| look forward to verbo | non vedere l'ora | |
| wrap up verbo | imballare, impacchettare |
Frasi da ripetere
Frasi brevi e complete del video che puoi riutilizzare nella conversazione di tutti i giorni:
- Even if you don't agree yet?
- Can you give a full example?
- How do you close the conversation politely?
- What if you want to ask for someone's opinion?
- You can say, what do you think about this?
La grammatica di questo video
Le strutture che chi parla usa di più, con le parole esatte del video:
| Struttura | Nel video |
|---|---|
| Frasi condizionali if + frase, will/would + verbo — una condizione e il suo risultato | if we, and would it |
| Forma passiva be + participio passato — conta ciò che accade, non chi lo fa | is set · is reduced · be extended |
| Present perfect have/has + participio passato — un’azione passata che conta ancora adesso | we've agreed · have you ever negotiated · we've decided |
| Possibilità con “might / may” might/may + verbo — qualcosa di possibile ma non certo | might need · might say · might consider |
Pronuncia a cui fare attenzione
Chi parla usa 199 contrazioni e forme ridotte, come we're, I'm, you're. Pronunciale nella forma breve, così come le senti.
- I suoni “th”: thumb /ˈθʌm/, smooth /smuːð/, thoughtful /ˈθɔːtfəl/
- I suoni “sh” e “zh”: negotiation /nɪˌɡəʊ.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/, negotiate /nəˈɡəʊ.ʃi.eɪt/, suggestion /səˈd͡ʒɛst.ʃən/, collaboration /kəˌlæbəˈɹeɪʃən/, revision /ɹəˈvɪʒ.ən/
- Parole lunghe — attenzione all’accento: negotiation /nɪˌɡəʊ.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/, negotiate /nəˈɡəʊ.ʃi.eɪt/, flexibility /ˌflɛksɪˈbɪlɪti/, priority /pɹaɪˈɒɹɪti/, differently /ˈdɪf.ə.ɹənt.li/
I suoni difficili per chi parla italiano:
- /h/ — va soffiata, non è muta: helpful /ˈhɛlp.fl̩/, halfway /ˌhæfˈweɪ/, harsh /ˈhɑɹʃ/
- Consonante finale — senza aggiungere una vocale dopo: phrase /ˈfɹeɪ̯z/, polite /pəˈlaɪt/, extend /ɛkˈstɛnd/, compromise /ˈkɑmpɹəˌmaɪz/, negotiate /nəˈɡəʊ.ʃi.eɪt/
- /æ/ — più aperta della “e”: practical /ˈpɹæk.tɪ.kəl/, clarify /ˈklæɹ.ɪ.faɪ/, valid /ˈvælɪd/, collaboration /kəˌlæbəˈɹeɪʃən/, halfway /ˌhæfˈweɪ/
Come esercitarsi con questo video
- Ascolta tutto il video una volta senza parlare e annota le parole che non conosci.
- Inizia a velocità 0,75×, fai shadowing frase per frase e torna alla velocità normale quando diventa facile.
- Registrati e confronta con l’originale, facendo attenzione a parole come negotiation, phrase, polite.
Cos'è la tecnica dello Shadowing?
Shadowing è una tecnica di apprendimento delle lingue supportata da studi scientifici, originariamente sviluppata per la formazione dei traduttori professionisti e resa popolare dal poliglotta Dr. Alexander Arguelles. Il metodo è semplice ma potente: ascolti un audio in inglese di madrelingua e lo ripeti immediatamente ad alta voce — come un'ombra che segue il parlante con un ritardo di solo 1–2 secondi. A differenza dell'ascolto passivo o degli esercizi di grammatica, lo shadowing costringe il tuo cervello e i muscoli della bocca a elaborare e riprodurre simultaneamente i modelli di discorso reale. La ricerca dimostra che migliora significativamente la precisione della pronuncia, l'intonazione, il ritmo, il discorso connesso, la comprensione dell'ascolto e la fluidità del parlato — rendendolo uno dei metodi più efficaci per la preparazione alla prova di speaking dell'IELTS e per la comunicazione reale in inglese.