C2 · Mastery
Subtle Politeness
The refined art of Danish courtesy, from diplomatic hedging and softened requests to formal graciousness and tactful ways of saying no.
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- Words & phrases
- 54
- Lessons
- 3
- Conversations
- 1
- Readings
- 1
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- to be so kind as to
- if I may be so bold
- to take the liberty
- to trouble, to inconvenience someone
- sorry to trouble you
- with all due respect
- if I may, by your leave
- to ask leave, to ask permission
- I'm afraid that won't be possible.
- I apologize for the inconvenience.
- if it suits you
- whenever it might suit you
- Might I suggest
- I was wondering whether we might
- accommodating, obliging
- gracious, kind
- That is very kind of you.
- obliging, courteous
- to have reservations
- a pleasantry, a polite phrase
- with the greatest pleasure
- It would please me; I'd be delighted.
- to appreciate, to value
- Perhaps one should consider
- I couldn't say for certain.
- My condolences
- Sorry for the delay
- Sorry to interrupt.
- I do not quite understand.
- Say that again, please.
- Please help yourself
- Enjoy yourself
- Goodbye and thank you
- would you mind
- I was wondering if
- I don't suppose you could
- if it's not too much trouble
- I hate to bother you
- would you be so kind as to
- I'd appreciate it if
- no rush
- when you get a chance
- I couldn't help but notice
- correct me if I'm wrong
- I take your point, but
- would it be possible to
- if it's all the same to you
- I'm inclined to think
- may I suggest
- if you don't mind my saying
- I beg to differ
- I don't mean to be a pain, but
- with respect
- perhaps we could
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- Lesson 1
Subtle Politeness
- Lesson 2
Nuances of Modality and Register
- Lesson 3
Asking a Favor Tactfully
Where this unit fits
Courses with this unit.
Mastery · Part 1
Work through the vocabulary, lessons, conversations and reading activities in this part. Practice grammar along the way.
27 Units · about 20 h
Style and Register
Adapt your style and register to any audience, from a formal speech to a literary text.
7 Units · about 5 h
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