Uploaded July 2021 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Join me on a picnic bench in the park to learn an important lesson on asking questions in English without sounding rude.

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Today's we're looking at how to use introductory phrases (like "I was wondering...") to make more indirect questions. Direct questions can often be rude and not appropriate for people you don't know very well. Or, if you're asking for something that requires a lot of effort, we would also be more indirect with close friends.

Let's learn these rules and don't forget to practise yourself! Check out the blog post below for a detailed recap.

Blog post: ewmichael.com/indirect
See the blog above for a more detailed overview.

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