Improve your Vocabulary: Stop saying I KNOW!

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  • @engvidJames
    @engvidJames  2 роки тому +47

    Next, check out my other videos in this series!
    Stop saying BAD! ua-cam.com/video/dM_1lc32SsI/v-deo.html
    Stop saying SORRY! ua-cam.com/video/Vf0on6KQP2Y/v-deo.html
    Stop saying VERY! ua-cam.com/video/PCoyTwltu5g/v-deo.html
    Stop saying I KNOW! ua-cam.com/video/FXjvpR02uNg/v-deo.html
    Stop saying NICE and BEAUTIFUL! ua-cam.com/video/-C4nJaluO5g/v-deo.html

  • @waedjradi
    @waedjradi 5 років тому +3296

    Instead of saying "I know."
    You can always say;
    This is true.
    Indeed.
    Of course.
    Agreed.
    I hear you.
    Understood.
    Exactly.
    Absolutely.

  • @pickletickle8407
    @pickletickle8407 3 роки тому +781

    "I acknowledge that I am aware that what you have uttered is accurate."
    this will be very helpful when I have to do an essay in english class

    • @mimo_7174
      @mimo_7174 3 роки тому +3

      🤣

    • @saiful0003
      @saiful0003 3 роки тому +3

      G bisa basa english

    • @immortalvirgo5131
      @immortalvirgo5131 3 роки тому +1

      I aware of the knowledge that you have shared with me is quite accurate. Thank you.

    • @dejavu2298
      @dejavu2298 3 роки тому +6

      Said this and they said "wtf? 😐"

    • @lukevic3051
      @lukevic3051 3 роки тому

      I just can’t use that cos I just need very short line to replace “I know”.

  • @jayelc.8258
    @jayelc.8258 3 роки тому +6695

    And now I know

  • @thedanimalchannel7072
    @thedanimalchannel7072 3 роки тому +333

    I wish I had teachers like this in school. I would have learned so much more.

  • @sambulleit6191
    @sambulleit6191 3 роки тому +736

    I'm a native English speaker who has lived his whole life in the USA, and this video is still full of good information. If you're learning English, you're in the right place.

    • @InspireNThrive206
      @InspireNThrive206 3 роки тому +2

      weird right?

    • @personincognito3989
      @personincognito3989 3 роки тому +8

      Thank you so much for saying you're a native English speaker rather than saying you speak American as some Americans like to say as if they have claim to the English language

    • @yoswag7380
      @yoswag7380 3 роки тому +2

      @@InspireNThrive206 I know

    • @gaming4K
      @gaming4K 3 роки тому

      @@personincognito3989 What are you talking about? He could be English or Canadian maybe Australian or South African? 😂

    • @brollochan2021
      @brollochan2021 3 роки тому

      @@gaming4K that’s the point.

  • @raven7672
    @raven7672 5 років тому +5098

    teacher: "you need to stop saying I know"
    me: "I know"

    • @claudiaLaCroix007
      @claudiaLaCroix007 5 років тому +89

      SightlierDog5 I know right!

    • @DutyOf
      @DutyOf 5 років тому +39

      Hahahha yessss

    • @LilPozzer
      @LilPozzer 5 років тому +32

      I see it at a different point

    • @iEduLS
      @iEduLS 5 років тому +8

      @@DutyOf i know you are a brazilian just for your name ( eu também sou brasileiro kkkk )

    • @joyroyal5155
      @joyroyal5155 5 років тому +6

      Lmao

  • @chrisredfield6274
    @chrisredfield6274 3 роки тому +297

    "You need to stop saying I know so much"
    "Yeah, I know."

  • @TSquare8
    @TSquare8 3 роки тому +67

    Your English teaching is highly valuable even for the natives. Thank you.

  • @mgames1710
    @mgames1710 3 роки тому +1069

    "Improve your Vocabulary: Stop saying I KNOW!"
    I know man, I know

    • @monkeysniper5010
      @monkeysniper5010 3 роки тому +10

      i know

    • @rafaelpaquete3350
      @rafaelpaquete3350 3 роки тому +16

      but for real, I don't wanna watch the whole video, which phrases he suggested to use instead of "I know"?

    • @jennifergonzalez9129
      @jennifergonzalez9129 3 роки тому +1

      @@rafaelpaquete3350 lol same I came to see the answers 🤣

    • @RhapsodyHC
      @RhapsodyHC 3 роки тому +3

      I know right.

    • @TheBatugan77
      @TheBatugan77 3 роки тому +2

      @@rafaelpaquete3350
      Watch the whole video.
      GivesAShit what you wanna?

  • @davidsimms4508
    @davidsimms4508 3 роки тому +738

    Knowledge is power, UNDERSTANDING is GREATER, WISDOM is BEST.

  • @yousifabualnaja3098
    @yousifabualnaja3098 3 роки тому +122

    perfect speech ✅ amazing lesion ✅ calming voice✅ fantastic teacher✅ you're a great teacher Mr. James, learned a lot from you!!! excellent work!!🥳♥♥

  • @neotrix2009
    @neotrix2009 3 роки тому +60

    This man is teaching us better than most English teachers. The internet is truly a magnificent place

  • @infin8one
    @infin8one 3 роки тому +249

    Anyone else here a so-called natural English-speaking person finding this lesson absolutely brilliant? Thanks James, I stumbled upon this lesson after tweaking the UA-cam algorithms and could not be more joyful after doing so! In short, you just got one more subscriber!

    • @ismokealone1873
      @ismokealone1873 3 роки тому +2

      @Hugh Jaanus he knows

    • @MegaCoolman234
      @MegaCoolman234 3 роки тому +2

      @Hugh Jaanus I mean every single American in my city pronounces the T sound you just mentioned so this is files

    • @paintinhand2753
      @paintinhand2753 3 роки тому +1

      @Hugh Jaanus Yes, we do use the 't'....

    • @nemoluvzsosa
      @nemoluvzsosa 3 роки тому

      God damn

    • @kattales2007
      @kattales2007 3 роки тому

      Likewise, I found this randomly and can recognize how much I've damaged conversations simply by saying "I know" -- its a bad habit I will endeavor to correct using lessons here. so thank you. :D

  • @lavosiertomson4381
    @lavosiertomson4381 3 роки тому +114

    I recognize that this was one of the better class on the internet. From my perspective the professor is more than a teacher is a educator. I deeply appreciate the way you teach us, I see all the kindness in your words and that make me thankful.

    • @ann-marietucker2414
      @ann-marietucker2414 3 роки тому +3

      You're absolutely right

    • @justicefrench4485
      @justicefrench4485 3 роки тому

      That's true.. I hope your day is going well . We haven't formally met. The reason I'm reaching out to you is because I'm just curious, would you be interested in a side project, if it didn't interfere with what you're already doing?

    • @justicefrench4485
      @justicefrench4485 3 роки тому

      @@ann-marietucker2414 That's true.. I hope your day is going well . We haven't formally met. The reason I'm reaching out to you is because I'm just curious, would you be interested in a side project, if it didn't interfere with what you're already doing?

    • @2023roadstervet
      @2023roadstervet 3 роки тому

      Well Done.. I see what you did lmmfao

    • @justicefrench4485
      @justicefrench4485 3 роки тому

      @@2023roadstervet I hope your day is going well . We haven't formally met. The reason I'm reaching out to you is because I'm just curious, would you be interested in a side project, if it didn't interfere with what you're already doing?

  • @TheMilkman04
    @TheMilkman04 3 роки тому +315

    I didn’t even realize I wanted to learn my own native language even more, hated it in hs but now in my mid twenties, these lessons are extremely entertaining and interesting.

    • @Bosse_C
      @Bosse_C 3 роки тому +21

      l think it’s because of the teacher

    • @vbigboss3737
      @vbigboss3737 3 роки тому +13

      Same idk how we got here it just popped up in my recommended and didn’t disappoint

    • @Cow1337Saver
      @Cow1337Saver 3 роки тому +7

      I hear what you're saying.

    • @Dark33_Qc
      @Dark33_Qc 3 роки тому +3

      And also because you can choose the lesson

    • @marioionion2
      @marioionion2 3 роки тому +2

      You know, we know "how" to speak it meanwhile we don't "know" it . We need to learn grammar, and difference about some things we never thought to need to learn about it

  • @marcuslagman6176
    @marcuslagman6176 3 роки тому +14

    I've been having this problem with a friend and I couldn't figure it out until today. He keeps saying I know and this video really brought it straight with me.

  • @conjurn.
    @conjurn. 3 роки тому +1969

    you're saving people's relationships honestly

    • @JMS849
      @JMS849 3 роки тому +173

      He already knows bro

    • @Kerrviii
      @Kerrviii 3 роки тому +28

      I was just about to say this.

    • @sarafowler1023
      @sarafowler1023 3 роки тому +29

      😭😭😭😭 exactly why I’m here

    • @itsmont8874
      @itsmont8874 3 роки тому +14

      How ?

    • @butwhytho4858
      @butwhytho4858 3 роки тому +10

      ikr? 🤣

  • @sergioguadalupe755
    @sergioguadalupe755 4 роки тому +951

    James is a good and funny teacher I appreciate his humor while teaching.

  • @Bxrry
    @Bxrry 3 роки тому +1592

    This man might change my life

  • @tambakongoh
    @tambakongoh 2 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @haydenlanning5674
    @haydenlanning5674 3 роки тому +624

    "I know" versus "I understand" is the difference between arrogance and understanding. Even if you know what someone is telling you, that person wants to be heard. If that person feels heard, they are more agreeable and so are you.

    • @GODSPEEDseven
      @GODSPEEDseven 3 роки тому +27

      Absolutely on point!
      It's extremely difficult to entertain a conversation with someone who "knows everything" you might simply want to share or discuss. A valuable lesson for myself here as well.

    • @melodyeisenberg2789
      @melodyeisenberg2789 3 роки тому +11

      Absolutely. Clear effective speech conveys true intention.

    • @LittleMissSunshine721
      @LittleMissSunshine721 3 роки тому +8

      Great point!

    • @Danielle2Dani
      @Danielle2Dani 3 роки тому +6

      It's funny this video came on my timeline right after I had a conversation with a women who I first tried to end the conversation with nicely by saying thank I understand and now im overwhelmed we can dive into this another time but she kept going so I threw in the I knows and eventually when that didn't work I completely zoned out and turned my back on her. In my own life I have used I know ONLY with people who I have tried to listen and understand and then put my input but that other person was not open to what I had to say and just wanted to hear themselves talk and talk over me. I can't have have conversation with someone who can't let someone input something into the convo because if that is the case then go to a therapist who will listen to you rant but want no input. I agree that I know is very condescending but sometimes when all other nice tactics to end a conversation fails I know can really throw a punch in there

    • @javonmaley4359
      @javonmaley4359 3 роки тому +3

      🤦🏻‍♂️ saying understand is saying that you
      “stand under”
      It’s inherently submissive bs that no one should ever say.
      How about just critically think instead of listening to someone tell you what to say 😂

  • @nastypenguine1318
    @nastypenguine1318 3 роки тому +533

    I'm a native English speaker and I tend not to communicate well. So this was extremely helpful and hopefully I get into a habit of speaking in a way others can understand.

    • @noname_noname_
      @noname_noname_ 3 роки тому +3

      I know right!

    • @melxenoka3818
      @melxenoka3818 3 роки тому +1

      native english speaker AKA European 🤮

    • @alexandertaddy4639
      @alexandertaddy4639 3 роки тому +26

      @@melxenoka3818 Imagine hating on where someone is from.

    • @Pandomania
      @Pandomania 3 роки тому

      @@noname_noname_ or do you ‘know’

    • @melxenoka3818
      @melxenoka3818 3 роки тому

      @@alexandertaddy4639 or is it Alissa Taddy (weeehhhs 😩) lol. Gick bk, its called being extra*

  • @ate0844
    @ate0844 3 роки тому +223

    I speak English as a first language but this video was still very interesting and informative. To be honest I could listen to him explain just about anything, his excitement toward teaching is amazing.

    • @snd7622
      @snd7622 3 роки тому

      This guy speak English as first language but he isn't English.

    • @neoncreeper2956
      @neoncreeper2956 3 роки тому +3

      I know

    • @yoswag7380
      @yoswag7380 3 роки тому

      I know

    • @cheekypiper512
      @cheekypiper512 3 роки тому +2

      @@snd7622 As are many English speaking people. Do you have a point?

    • @RobimusPrime
      @RobimusPrime 3 роки тому

      Now I know. Knowing is half the battle. GI JOE!!!!!!

  • @skillet3753
    @skillet3753 3 роки тому +13

    : do you know the way?
    Me after this video: I appreciate you asking me for my evaluation of the situation. I see from my perspective many ways we are able to go about this. After recognizing and validating through a previous experience of such a situation, I now *understand* the way.

  • @cantucodes
    @cantucodes 3 роки тому +404

    He's like the Bob Ross of English lessons.

  • @thex1996
    @thex1996 3 роки тому +83

    this guy actually enjoys teaching and i love that

  • @Libertus-wv9xe
    @Libertus-wv9xe 3 роки тому +182

    "I know" is a perfectly good response for people who are arrogantly patronizing you and telling you obvious shit you already know.

    • @JustindunnItAgain
      @JustindunnItAgain 3 роки тому +29

      I’m aware of how you feel but ones ignorance does not mean you reply with ignorance you communicate your discomfort

    • @cuautzina5978
      @cuautzina5978 3 роки тому +6

      @@JustindunnItAgain that being said when you are dealing with a person who is demeaning your intelligence a quip of “I know” is a good way to show them that they are being an ass or that their explanation in completely unnecessary and borderline rude without saying “you are being patronizing ass”

    • @philippezevenberg1332
      @philippezevenberg1332 3 роки тому +5

      If someone is being arrogant I just act like Im clueless and I rejoice in the frustration I see when its been 10 minutes and I just laugh...

    • @tashboog
      @tashboog 3 роки тому

      Agreed bro

    • @tashboog
      @tashboog 3 роки тому +7

      @@JustindunnItAgain considering ignorance is literally/defined as ‘not knowing’ ...telling someone you know something wouldn’t be ignorant 🙄

  • @guaporomeo1140
    @guaporomeo1140 3 роки тому +11

    I taught my lil cousin this, he would always say "I know" and slowly but surely he stopped and now speaks very good English, now his conversations last longer

  • @yurrrrpyurrp9577
    @yurrrrpyurrp9577 3 роки тому +182

    I say I understand more than I know, because “I know” sounds extremely annoying. I’m glad I clicked on this video it is very informative.

    • @nonexistent2335
      @nonexistent2335 3 роки тому +10

      @@karolinapatrycjasobczyk163 Since when did someone finding the phrase, “I know” annoying, have to do with religion? In some cases, saying, “I know” means that you don’t care about what the other person is talking about; basically you just want them to stop talking because you don’t care. I believe that’s the point of this video.

    • @WynIcezelAVega
      @WynIcezelAVega 3 роки тому +5

      Yes true i find “i know” a bit rude and annoying my friends do this to me all the time, now i dont wanna talk anymore bc of it....

    • @JonathanEvans1977
      @JonathanEvans1977 3 роки тому

      How does "I know" sound annoying? Wow people like YOU are annoying lol. You must wake up looking for something to complain about.

    • @WynIcezelAVega
      @WynIcezelAVega 3 роки тому +5

      @@JonathanEvans1977 isn’t that what you’re doing tho? Complaining something about someones opinion. You’re really annoying lol🤣

    • @ptolemaic3238
      @ptolemaic3238 3 роки тому

      @@JonathanEvans1977 ironic

  • @Jeberdiah
    @Jeberdiah 3 роки тому +589

    This guy makes learning fun I'm actually watching these for entertainment and to learn, its depressing to recognize I will never get a teacher as superb as him

    • @classicman9753
      @classicman9753 3 роки тому +4

      I agree

    • @sadaghaliza9816
      @sadaghaliza9816 3 роки тому +44

      i bet u have watched "stop saying very" XD

    • @bokirtua5231
      @bokirtua5231 3 роки тому +7

      @@sadaghaliza9816 very good>superb

    • @keaudretoler
      @keaudretoler 3 роки тому +1

      How you know you won’t get someone like this in your life to teach you anything ? That was a broad statement

    • @clipthat3152
      @clipthat3152 3 роки тому

      Same

  • @mashamendez2012
    @mashamendez2012 3 роки тому +34

    I recently said "i know" to something a coworker said to me. I was met with "oh im sorry". In a rather sarcastic tone. I have been thinking about this for a couple days now.
    Thanks for this.

  • @dericasanders3269
    @dericasanders3269 3 роки тому +9

    I’ve understand more in this video, than I ever had in school. I’m going to show these Video to my 7 year old Nephews.

  • @jessicamarieporter5391
    @jessicamarieporter5391 3 роки тому +42

    Nobody cares how much you know, until they know how much you care 🥰 Love that!

  • @tbay1773
    @tbay1773 3 роки тому +223

    I always pretend I don’t know even tho I do when someone explains something to me. I look at it as someone going out of their way to help me. And I appreciate it.

    • @RealmDesigner
      @RealmDesigner 3 роки тому +23

      It's also interesting to see how something you do know about is explained by another person. Can make you re-evaluate what you think you do know.

    • @fabiomino3506
      @fabiomino3506 3 роки тому +3

      My friend used to try to explain everything and it felt like a condescending lecture but I understand “going out of their way to help me”

    • @f8c3themusic
      @f8c3themusic 3 роки тому +2

      I don’t always do that but I do sometimes. If I truly “know” what another person is telling me (and I don’t particularly want to hear it again lol), I’ll say “right, right”. Or “got it”.

    • @MCIglobal1
      @MCIglobal1 3 роки тому

      I do the same. Are you a Capricorn?

    • @mac6417
      @mac6417 3 роки тому

      @@MCIglobal1 please explain how your birth month has anything to do with this, do people really think the month you’re born in has anything to do with your personality and way u act

  • @brandontooeasy1559
    @brandontooeasy1559 3 роки тому +518

    I go to the gym everyday. I stumbled upon this accidentally today and decided to listen to it in my earbuds while I worked out. I definitely didn't get an angry Hulk mode lift in, but eternally grateful for the gain of knowledge. Thank you Mr. J. I love nothing more than good grammar and really appreciate your teachings.

  • @lydiasoares88
    @lydiasoares88 3 роки тому +39

    Meanwhile:
    Me: *keeps saying "I know" even after watching this*

  • @iluvsqurriels
    @iluvsqurriels 3 роки тому +226

    English is my native language & never really considered this, or tried much to improve my grammar (other than big words here & there) but now I’m determined to not say “ I know “. Amazing teacher, super intriguing!

    • @stevenjohnson8507
      @stevenjohnson8507 3 роки тому +6

      Maybe that partially explains why you're stuck in this world as a common laborer and no more.

    • @esther.a.3611
      @esther.a.3611 3 роки тому

      Savage comment section

    • @TheGameoverse
      @TheGameoverse 3 роки тому +20

      @@stevenjohnson8507 damn, what did he ever do to you

    • @InfinityReptar
      @InfinityReptar 3 роки тому +12

      @@stevenjohnson8507 assumptions

    • @isaacreation
      @isaacreation 3 роки тому +10

      @@stevenjohnson8507 as if you're any better

  • @zzz_alxxis5681
    @zzz_alxxis5681 3 роки тому +42

    i like how everybody love him and give him the respect he deserves

  • @bhorlholoi3118
    @bhorlholoi3118 3 роки тому +43

    I recognize that James is delivering the lessons normally like students are listening in a classroom discussion. And that makes him so interesting!

    • @IamMuldeh
      @IamMuldeh 3 роки тому

      I imagine that many ESL teachers jsut play his videos in class instead of teaching themselves.

  • @morganrasmussen5071
    @morganrasmussen5071 3 роки тому +7

    I love how he is just a tiny bit dorky! "Hint hint, astricks" Wonderful Teacher!

  • @chw.icu.15.4
    @chw.icu.15.4 3 роки тому +423

    Please have a lesson on, how to stop saying "like", twenty five times prior to completing one sentence. This lesson reminds me of a coworker, they always repeat this, after we tell them, they were wrong. Sharing this, and thank you, very informative.

    • @xavierschair
      @xavierschair 3 роки тому +30

      fr like i idk why people always are saying like it’s not professional like to me i think everybody should know that just a full sentence is way better then like being all in between and awkward you know

    • @munzieduh
      @munzieduh 3 роки тому +4

      @@xavierschair The Petty lolzz

    • @foolishyish
      @foolishyish 3 роки тому +1

      Watch love island. Lmao

    • @Nytemare111
      @Nytemare111 3 роки тому +1

      You're confusing people not knowing how to talk with people choosing to talk a certain way so I think it's you who need the grammar lessons

    • @skrtskrrrttt8940
      @skrtskrrrttt8940 3 роки тому +2

      Like what the frick bro

  • @Klutch_Undercover
    @Klutch_Undercover 3 роки тому +299

    When I was 18 years old, as a private in the United States Army, I listened to a speech given by my Brigade Commander. I was moved by that speech but found myself perplexed that I didn't completely understand some of the words he had used in the speech.... After the speech, I ran into him and exchanged a few brief words.... Again, He used a couple words that I didn't know... I felt dumb. I nodded and smiled while my face grew red with embarrassment but I wouldn't dare to ask him what his words meant. However, I think he recognized my confusion.
    That night, I went to Wal-Mart and purchased a dictionary. I looked up each word so that I could understand what his message was, in it's entirety. That was the first domino in a series that would take me from challenging myself with a vocabulary list weekly, in which, I would challenge myself to use the words I would learn in a sentence to doing Public Speaking in various capacities throughout my career.
    Broadening my vocabulary has contributed so significantly to my self confidence. 🔥 I love what you're doing here!

    • @shylaboostartsover4895
      @shylaboostartsover4895 3 роки тому +4

      I will do this myself

    • @92GreyBlue
      @92GreyBlue 3 роки тому +1

      You should have asked him right there and then.

    • @dennisk.7574
      @dennisk.7574 3 роки тому +5

      Did he yell something like "Bullshit, I can't hear you, Private Klutch!"

    • @chancimoore4865
      @chancimoore4865 3 роки тому +16

      @@coolbreeze3793 …this person was brave enough to share how they improved their lexicon…and…you came in with assumptions on what era did they serve, assumed they went to war, and subjectively gave your perspective on said war(s)…

    • @chancimoore4865
      @chancimoore4865 3 роки тому +2

      @@shylaboostartsover4895 It’s worth it. I did this several years ago, and now I do actual public speaking engagements. When you’re able to display a great lexicon, it can help you immensely in various situations/ways!

  • @Timoteo4
    @Timoteo4 3 роки тому +248

    I've found that when someone constantly says "I know" when you're speaking to them, it's often a defense response. They feel you're treating them as if they were ignorant, and they feel the need to show that they already know the information. It's rooted in their ego, and they aren't recognizing that this person has no idea of what knowledge they may have. So instead of either just listening and saying thank you, or replying with a different, less defensive phrase, they strike back and shut the other person down.

    • @madelineasmr926
      @madelineasmr926 3 роки тому +13

      Good observation, and definitely something I could work on. Spot on.

    • @tashboog
      @tashboog 3 роки тому +23

      We cannot assume innocence in whoever is receiving the “I know.” Sometimes people genuinely bring ignorance and bias into their interactions and insult others with disclosures of very rudimentary concepts. I.e. the white guy in the room who constantly assumes minorities need them to explain things. Reminds me of the time I did jury duty and the one blonde haired, blue eyed male in the room felt the need to repeat the concept of whether something was proven beyond the shadow of a doubt while everyone was merely thinking through the case. The judge shoved the concept down our throats beforehand and everyone was clear but he designated himself the one to keep explaining this and that in spite of anyone giving him any proof it wasn’t understood. The frequent “I knows” he received was him being spared the verbiage he genuinely deserved in that situation.

    • @lenar3457
      @lenar3457 3 роки тому +5

      Literally me, sadly...

    • @whonose3726
      @whonose3726 3 роки тому +2

      ANYTIME I have ever heard an individual say "I know" after hearing an explanation or data this has been the case. You often see this in the medical field with patients (who have done their own research and "THEY KNOW!") As soon as I see this response I immediately see they are often extremely ignorant on the topic. This is something that medical providers can very much relate to. -Dr. Ryan

    • @dawolf856
      @dawolf856 3 роки тому +3

      Couldn't have said that any better. You're absolutely correct!
      At my job, had to instruct someone on the proper way to use some heavy duty machinery, for day in day out usage. Young man thought he knew everything... and knew absolutely nothing !
      During course of the day, I'd point out his weak points and what he was doing wrong. I'd always hear, "I know, I know!" and he'd go back to doing "wrong" again. Finally, I said to him... "listen... we're all grown. We don't like being told what to do. But the fact of the matter is, if you knew what you were doing they wouldn't have placed you with me. So just listen."
      He'd listen for all of 4 minutes, and wound up doing wrong in the process. Goofing up again....

  • @TheHi-T
    @TheHi-T 3 роки тому +6

    Thank you!
    My work colleague says "I know" when information is being shared with her. It comes across as being rude, ignoring people, & unappreciative. Causes communication breakdown. Perhaps we'll just leave her "Post-it" notes. The only time she wants to communicate is when she wants to interrupt the way you are doing a task. She ignores that everyone has a way of doing simple tasks. Her way does not improve the process or make it faster. The end result will be the same. I simply say "I understand" instead of arguing.
    At the end of the day I am not going to lose sleep over her saying "I know". The team sees this which makes the rest of us look like better employees.
    As an adult it is her responsibility to improve her communication skills.

    • @JanRossi
      @JanRossi 3 роки тому +1

      Send this link to her with a note for her to watch it! Maybe through a made up email address.

    • @TheHi-T
      @TheHi-T 3 роки тому +1

      @@JanRossi I cannot. Probably end up in HR. People can be super sensitive.

  • @randobudgetgaming
    @randobudgetgaming 3 роки тому +1797

    "Any fool can know, the point is to understand." - Sponge Bob

    • @looweegee252
      @looweegee252 3 роки тому +42

      Any fool can understand another person, even without comprehension!

    • @JohnnyJetpack
      @JohnnyJetpack 3 роки тому +85

      Fucking Bob the Philosopher.

    • @yungyola5331
      @yungyola5331 3 роки тому +2

      Big facts

    • @Chris1200923
      @Chris1200923 3 роки тому +4

      @@JohnnyJetpack LMAO

    • @coldblooded568
      @coldblooded568 3 роки тому +23

      I didn't expect that source 😂

  • @Branziman
    @Branziman 3 роки тому +81

    I'm a native English speaker, but here I am listening. He is an excellent teacher. Best of luck to everyone learning English!

  • @user-tn6fg2du6v
    @user-tn6fg2du6v 3 роки тому +259

    This is so funny because I find it really annoying when people respond with “I know” . It’s essentially a way of telling you to shut up lol !

    • @auroraautumn8764
      @auroraautumn8764 3 роки тому +24

      It is. Code or social cue to stop talking to that person. When o use it , I mean stop talking to me. I did not ask you to speak to me or for any information 😂😂😂

    • @crystalsingleton8993
      @crystalsingleton8993 3 роки тому +3

      Exactly! That’s my opinion as well.

    • @user-tn6fg2du6v
      @user-tn6fg2du6v 3 роки тому +1

      @Stephone Bryan lol I hear you . Although my comment was more about when in back and forth conversation. Saying “I know” is kind of abrasive and basically cuts the conversation short . It also makes an assumption that I think you dont know lol I’m just engaging in dialogue but yes when people give unwanted opinions or try to act like a know it all . I know is a quick and easy way to shut that down .

    • @user-tn6fg2du6v
      @user-tn6fg2du6v 3 роки тому +5

      @Stephone Bryan fair enough but this isn’t about having a long conversation per se , more so about a fruitful conversation, I can only be talked at for so long . I will eventually give my input . If you respond to my input with I know , if you know why exactly are you speaking to me , go talk to yourself , review things in your head . Only therapists have to sit and be talked at for long periods of time without input , you don’t engage others in conversation and then respond to their input with “I know” . That’s not very self aware . Also shows you have crappy conversational skills , me telling you something you know doesn’t always warrant the response “I know” and if you would like to disengage from the conversation do so but don’t be surprised if someone you constantly say “I know” to starts to avoid conversation with you . If you enjoy conversation with someone saying “I know” is a good way to make sure they don’t enjoy conversation with you .

    • @Mugen123456789
      @Mugen123456789 3 роки тому +14

      For me I only say it when someone is intricately explaining something simple to me that I'm well aware of. If you sit there and try to lecture me on the techniques of tying a shoelace, I'm gonna say "I KNOW"

  • @ranggaardianshah4900
    @ranggaardianshah4900 3 роки тому +4

    these lesson really help me to learn improve my vocabulary
    and i hope i can speak english confidently and without rambling

  • @FlyySlyyGreen
    @FlyySlyyGreen 3 роки тому +93

    I appreciate life skill videos like this at 31 years old i can never stop learning thank you 🙏🏿

  • @triplea007
    @triplea007 4 роки тому +12

    James, you are gifted. What an incredible teaching style. I don't even 'know' why I'm watching your videos, but seeing how you deliver your lectures helps me 'understand' what superb communication is meant to look like.

  • @mirahgirl01
    @mirahgirl01 3 роки тому +109

    I love that anyone can be anything without the need for higher ups holding their potential back. Wish all the teachers that don't agree with the school systems would follow this and become something greater. Well done!

    • @stevenjohnson8507
      @stevenjohnson8507 3 роки тому

      Do you mean lowering the bar so colored people have a greater chance of catching up? Just asking.

  • @rockrips
    @rockrips 2 роки тому

    A man I worked with years ago (RIP) used to say "Those people who say they know it all are really p*ssing off those of us who do!" He usually said this when the know-it-all in the room started bragging - truth is- when it came to that job, he did know it all. Loved this video!

  • @waitingisfun
    @waitingisfun 3 роки тому +299

    James: you can use other phrases to replace "I know."
    Monica Geller: I know

    • @rester420
      @rester420 3 роки тому +6

      Not many will understand this joke but i like it

    • @aaA-on3ie
      @aaA-on3ie 3 роки тому

      😂😂

    • @leoo5552
      @leoo5552 3 роки тому +3

      I know!

    • @sukhWins
      @sukhWins 3 роки тому

      Haha

    • @Praise___YaH
      @Praise___YaH 3 роки тому

      Guys, HERE is Our Savior
      YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
      From the Ancient Semitic Scroll:
      "Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
      Ancient Semitic Direct Translation
      Yad - "Behold The Hand"
      He - "Behold the Breath"
      Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

  • @Acronick101
    @Acronick101 3 роки тому +525

    Basic: "I know."
    Intellectual: "I have previously obtained this information."

  • @EthanCruise
    @EthanCruise 3 роки тому +86

    Homework:
    I am appreciative of the information
    I mixed up which drink went to whom.
    Comment:
    Excellent video. This randomly popped up, and I am glad it did. This is perfect information, a lot of knowledge given here. I recognize the information in this video, from my perspective it was awesome, I appreciate the research you put into this, I understand it now and I now see what I can do different in conversation and dealing with people.
    Thanks so much! New subscriber.

  • @dr4g0n76
    @dr4g0n76 4 місяці тому

    I have a feedback that may surprise you:
    What you're teaching here does not only help a lot to up one's vocabulary.
    It helps people a lot to be able to create a deep Connection with someone. It makes a lot easier.
    Thanks for this amazing video and explaining the vocab. Very highly appreciated.
    Thanks, James. ☺ 👍

  • @officiallyari8051
    @officiallyari8051 3 роки тому +406

    If my teachers was like this I would actually enjoy school.
    *appreciate*

    • @kingfield7682
      @kingfield7682 3 роки тому +6

      No cap 😂

    • @fatboyjimmy8186
      @fatboyjimmy8186 3 роки тому +5

      Facts

    • @SkyDaLimit925
      @SkyDaLimit925 3 роки тому +4

      Right I used to stare at the clock all the time and be like when is this class going to be over LOL

    • @larochejaquelein3680
      @larochejaquelein3680 3 роки тому +5

      Usually the young english teachers are very much like this guy. The old ones are horrible

    • @hollowfist9072
      @hollowfist9072 3 роки тому +4

      "Were like this"

  • @ed-mh7zl
    @ed-mh7zl 3 роки тому +237

    I just learned more about the English language than I did the entire time in high school.

    • @JusZard
      @JusZard 3 роки тому +4

      I know right

    • @ovuzajemuta7935
      @ovuzajemuta7935 3 роки тому +3

      That cannot be true. If you replaced all of your English education with thus, you'd be worse off. The hate we have of institutions shouldn't blur the truth.

    • @uziboozy4540
      @uziboozy4540 3 роки тому +1

      @@ovuzajemuta7935 but it's the truth lol

    • @ed-mh7zl
      @ed-mh7zl 3 роки тому +12

      @@ovuzajemuta7935 I disagree. We mainly learn to communicate through person to person interaction. English classes teach us how to write formally. I was never taught through the public school system how to converse with others in a way that conveyed and articulated my thoughts in a stronger manner.

    • @ovuzajemuta7935
      @ovuzajemuta7935 3 роки тому +1

      @@ed-mh7zl That's what you think. Compare the formally educated chap to one who learnt purely from informal communication. Compare the vocabulary. I'm pretty sure none of these words are new to you but thwy would be to the not so educated. The schools give generic blanket education. The onus is on you to dwell on certain topics.

  • @1812oadg
    @1812oadg 3 роки тому +237

    When my mom and I first came to the United States I picked up that “I know” phrase and I quickly dropped it because my mom didn’t know English and she told me that I needed to do the dishes and I replied with I know and she almost beat me lol since “I know” sounds a lot like “ai no” in Spanish meaning something like hell no. If it wasn’t for my English speaking aunt being there I would have gotten a good ol fashion butt whooping lol 😂

  • @fabriceizzo2922
    @fabriceizzo2922 2 роки тому +12

    For those of you Native English speakers adding your unsolicited input or corrections, remember that this is a class for beginners. He has to be straightforward. At this level, nuances only help further confuse students.

  • @michellemartinez108
    @michellemartinez108 3 роки тому +41

    I’m surrounded by people who always say “I know”, especially in the medical field! It’s so
    😒 frustrating, it completely shuts down any further convo.
    This is great material, I appreciate the information :)

    • @KagedTyrant
      @KagedTyrant 3 роки тому

      Dude, it's so freaking annoying when people say "I know"... Like oh my God I didn't ask what you know!!!

    • @WynIcezelAVega
      @WynIcezelAVega 3 роки тому

      I feel you guys i just dont wanna talk anymore bc of my friends saying i know all the time.

  • @luluciferia1948
    @luluciferia1948 3 роки тому +304

    This is good shit, I do tend to say "I know" a lot and UA-cam is here calling me out lol. Thanks for a great video!

    • @thefrenchy4977
      @thefrenchy4977 3 роки тому +5

      I'm saying these words multiple times every day: "I Know" "Crazy" and "Perfect"
      At the point that I'm obsessed trying to stop saying them, without success!

    • @crxzy2194
      @crxzy2194 3 роки тому +1

      fax lmfao

    • @Godzilla-zv6rv
      @Godzilla-zv6rv 3 роки тому

      @@crxzy2194 ye

    • @realindianahmad1594
      @realindianahmad1594 3 роки тому

      हिन्दू

    • @realindianahmad1594
      @realindianahmad1594 3 роки тому

      का-फ़ि-र

  • @leslieb5836
    @leslieb5836 3 роки тому +96

    Assignment:
    1. I appreciate the information.
    2. I mixed-up which drink went to whom.

  • @rheathelord
    @rheathelord 3 роки тому +1

    This is such an important topic all writers should see; expanding your vocabulary is always positive progession.

  • @McYeroc
    @McYeroc 3 роки тому +159

    Replace "I know" with "i don't know' and watch that convo melt into sheer awkwardness

    • @davidjd123
      @davidjd123 3 роки тому +2

      remember on forest gump when jenny was singing naked on stage? " i dont know" well its like in the middle of the movie " i dont know" um have u seen the movie " i dont know" oh uh nevermind.

  • @Elroi-oh
    @Elroi-oh 3 роки тому +44

    I appreciate you giving us this important lesson, James.

  • @meridethtexastwister
    @meridethtexastwister 3 роки тому +11

    Teddy Roosevelt is one of my favorites. I say "I know" to much. Your so right about this. Thank you. Along with daily. Communication. I work with developmentally disabled individuals. This is huge for me.

  • @Aishasyed106
    @Aishasyed106 2 роки тому +3

    This was more of a communication class.. which needs to be implemented in any language we speak… thanks for teaching us how sensitive words can be… Great lesson Sir! 👏

  • @NoName-zd8zj
    @NoName-zd8zj 3 роки тому +92

    This makes my college essay longer
    Before watching: "I know"
    After watching: "it is to be heard to thy hearer that known is by me "

    • @dreviewer9228
      @dreviewer9228 3 роки тому +2

      Yes I know I know

    • @madishah1541
      @madishah1541 3 роки тому

      I see what u did there

    • @ethanlargo1150
      @ethanlargo1150 3 роки тому

      Naww. Think more words make it look long

    • @HaileyRainStorm
      @HaileyRainStorm 3 роки тому

      🥳😎

    • @PatriciaOconnelllovepat
      @PatriciaOconnelllovepat 3 роки тому

      @@ethanlargo1150 I agree Son,That sounds REALLY good. Maybe TOO good, is all. Correct your English skills. But always be yourself

  • @edbie
    @edbie 3 роки тому +28

    I have one quarrel with the quiz.
    “What I’m telling you can get a lot of people hurt….”
    When I hear people say “I see.”
    It automatically makes me think this is the first time they’ve heard it / they didn’t know it before I told them. If it’s something important that I feel like they should understand, that would worry me.

  • @frandeleon5237
    @frandeleon5237 3 роки тому +337

    “I pick up what you’re putting down” has always been my go to and it’s uncommon

    • @lance1625
      @lance1625 3 роки тому +11

      I'm hitting what you're pitching works great.

    • @louieb875
      @louieb875 3 роки тому +2

      I'm picking up

    • @trippytofu
      @trippytofu 3 роки тому +19

      “i’m smelling what you’re wafting” is another classic

    • @Nayo68
      @Nayo68 3 роки тому +5

      Really??....are you a homeless person??

    • @iveyguzman3904
      @iveyguzman3904 3 роки тому +9

      mine is i’m catching what you’re throwing

  • @iamrocharafael
    @iamrocharafael 2 роки тому +1

    Now I really know what I know mean, and other ways to day the same and have a better conversation with English natives and also people that are learning English! Thanks a lot man! You have the best UA-cam channel related to tech English! I am really grateful for your iniciative and for your life!

  • @fpvillegas9084
    @fpvillegas9084 3 роки тому +29

    Nice lesson bro. You're not just preventing miscommunication, you're also actually preventing animosity, anger, and war. Thanks.

  • @UmiNoArashi
    @UmiNoArashi 4 роки тому +317

    James, would you be able to create a video explaining to us, how to not say “Like” so many times during a conversation?

    • @nyssapozo4699
      @nyssapozo4699 4 роки тому +9

      Yeees it would be great !

    • @itskoucvjk1663
      @itskoucvjk1663 4 роки тому +1

      Yeah it would

    • @juniort0451
      @juniort0451 4 роки тому +3

      Like duhhh

    • @albertofranco2296
      @albertofranco2296 4 роки тому +6

      I like that

    • @fanglingthegreat
      @fanglingthegreat 3 роки тому +20

      Try
      for example/for instance...
      To give you/provide you with an example...
      What I'm trying to say is...
      My point is...
      So...
      Depends on what you want to say

  • @munajammunajam3169
    @munajammunajam3169 3 роки тому +8

    James voice's just like telling story. It makes me more comfortable. Never rise the voice. Thank you good luck and stay healthy

  • @epifaniacabangontongol3748
    @epifaniacabangontongol3748 Рік тому +2

    Can we tell- u are such a great teacher. Engaging,entertaining and absolutely relatable! I so enjoy all your presentations.😃

  • @sadeaton
    @sadeaton 3 роки тому +191

    This guy has a heavy lift and a tall order with correcting some people out here in society, best of luck!

    • @CaptnMexico21
      @CaptnMexico21 3 роки тому +12

      I know

    • @sadeaton
      @sadeaton 3 роки тому

      @@CaptnMexico21 Ha, well done!

    • @TTS440
      @TTS440 3 роки тому +1

      @@sadeaton I know

    • @sadeaton
      @sadeaton 3 роки тому +1

      @R A Hey he's trying at least, we need to say A for effort if nothing else.

    • @sadeaton
      @sadeaton 3 роки тому

      Did anyone watch the video? The man says stop saying I know!😉

  • @davide.schiaffino
    @davide.schiaffino 3 роки тому +22

    In Spanish we also use "I comprehend" a lot, specially when it's about hearing someone else vent or explain and such. I think to comprehend is even stronger than to understand.

    • @dattepo7534
      @dattepo7534 3 роки тому

      Si te entiendo

    • @jerrelcrenshaw8842
      @jerrelcrenshaw8842 3 роки тому

      @@dattepo7534 you

    • @MrChifu69
      @MrChifu69 3 роки тому

      Lo sé 😁

    • @goodlookinouthomie1757
      @goodlookinouthomie1757 3 роки тому

      In English (in actual England) we use "I know" in a way that might be different from Americans. All the meaning is in the delivery and it can be a very simple phrase of understanding and a connection between two people - one of whom is confiding their worries or their pain to another. I would dispute that there is even a need for this video, but as I said perhaps it's an English/American thing.

  • @n-extrafries-surprise
    @n-extrafries-surprise 3 роки тому +53

    I should be attending my Calculus class right now but a lesson or two from this man won't hurt.

  • @drhubblebubble7
    @drhubblebubble7 3 роки тому +4

    Over my years of learning Polish I've unfortunately caught one of their most commonly used phrases, "no wiem", which made me start saying it in all of languages that I can speak. I greatly appreciate that I found your video because I really hate the phrase, "I know", so I'm reteaching myself to avoid using this. Like you said, It makes me feel like people are not actually considering my message and they only care about what they want to tell me, so conversations feel one-sided.

  • @kittolai
    @kittolai 3 роки тому +22

    The only time I like to hear “I know” it’s when someone comforts me

  • @leilamannel7923
    @leilamannel7923 3 роки тому +50

    “ I appreciate the information “ & “ I mixed up which drink went to whom”. First watching, love your energy ⚡️

  • @ndegwapaul9337
    @ndegwapaul9337 3 роки тому +61

    Your way of teaching has virtue. Much appreciated from Kenya, Paul.

  • @GooglingHasan
    @GooglingHasan Місяць тому

    You are the best teacher I 've ever stumbled upon so far. It's funny to learn wth you as well as enhancing skills through cogitating. I appreciate a lot and respect you.

  • @TheresOnly1Maui
    @TheresOnly1Maui 3 роки тому +200

    I wish this content was taught in high school. The foundation of communication often isn’t learned until college which pertains to people seeking higher education. That leaves out a large chunk of our society.

    • @Prexo23
      @Prexo23 3 роки тому +9

      I know!

    • @timolean5846
      @timolean5846 3 роки тому +5

      The Business Communication class I took in college was all about learning the professor way to teach their course. I was working in a Fortune 500 company and was asked to create a emergency email alert for a outage. I used the same template that was used at my work in the class and failed the assignment. Writing is too subjective what’s taught in a classroom is usually far off from reality. I do recognize how this lesson can be used for professionals. From my perspective learning how to read and respond to emails in a timely manner is a key skill that gets overlooked.

    • @nickytealive
      @nickytealive 3 роки тому +3

      Ah yes immaculate reasoning

    • @nerddorkdiaries2351
      @nerddorkdiaries2351 3 роки тому +1

      @@timolean5846 "an emergency" "an outage" dude, where did you learn English, AND you edited your comment! What other mistakes did you make?

    • @sneat2028
      @sneat2028 3 роки тому +2

      This content is taught in select high schools, those schools are in the private or accelerated school systems. The poorly funded public schools will never teach students this basic understanding.

  • @ladicamille5932
    @ladicamille5932 3 роки тому +70

    I work in the customer service industry and I often use the term "I'm aware", "I understand " or "help me understand". Often times these terms help defuse any hostile situation.
    I will however incorporate the following
    From my perspective...

    • @SolisJ
      @SolisJ 3 роки тому

      I'm aware of your situation

    • @jk6009
      @jk6009 3 роки тому +3

      *Hostile

    • @DevonteM317
      @DevonteM317 3 роки тому

      Lol the customer service (community) lmao 🤣🤦‍♂️

    • @JM-lo4hn
      @JM-lo4hn 3 роки тому +2

      Once I had a customer service representative say I know I know and knew the problem but didn't know what to do, I kept telling her what to do and she insisted that there was no other option but hers, but she didn't know really cuz at the end my solution the problem was right and hers was completely wrong.

    • @dragonfly5225
      @dragonfly5225 3 роки тому

      Rethink cps she knows 😆

  • @k_harmony8430
    @k_harmony8430 3 роки тому +8

    I think I speak for so many in my generation, I wish I had at least one teacher like you…my heart is just grateful that my kids can learn from you alongside me lol. Thank you for sharing such quality content!

  • @karanbiswas2898
    @karanbiswas2898 3 роки тому

    Somehow my mind was refreshed that if you know you know and this dude doing a great job literally u know....

  • @juliocs5483
    @juliocs5483 3 роки тому +176

    There should be classes like these from elementary through college.

    • @israelsumter5472
      @israelsumter5472 3 роки тому +1

      Agreed!

    • @MyfamilyJenkins
      @MyfamilyJenkins 3 роки тому +1

      Absolutely

    • @juliocs5483
      @juliocs5483 3 роки тому +4

      @@israelsumter5472 With kids having so much social media, twitter, FB, and texting all the time; it seems they dont know how to have educated conversations.

    • @TopVillain
      @TopVillain 3 роки тому

      I know right!

    • @Savurameshi
      @Savurameshi 3 роки тому

      No their shouldn't because in elementary you aren't using complex words slot of u wouldn't pay attention anyway so it would just be the same stfu with that bullshit

  • @linzianna
    @linzianna 3 роки тому +157

    I've a terrible habit of saying "ya know whatta mean?" After everything I explain to people. Its only after I heard my own voice message to someone that I recognised it and now I try to avoid this. Being a person from Birmingham in the UK it sounds terrible lol

    • @uuzuzshshdhhxhx5867
      @uuzuzshshdhhxhx5867 3 роки тому +2

      That’s funny 😆

    • @ctepps8351
      @ctepps8351 3 роки тому +10

      You’d fit in well in the states because we say it all the damn time

    • @msartmamaz
      @msartmamaz 3 роки тому +1

      Made me think of j rock from trailer park boys. Ya know what I'm sayin' lol

    • @wardragon670
      @wardragon670 3 роки тому +1

      I tend to say “catch my drift?”

    • @Captain-Obvious
      @Captain-Obvious 3 роки тому +4

      @@msartmamaz idk how old you are but in 90's there was a popular talk show called the Ricki Lake Show. The guests on it almost always said "Ya know what I'm sayin" constantly to the point of it being bizarre. My friends & I would watch this show _just_ to laugh at the constant, repeated occurrence of this phrase.
      One time, swear to god, we counted this one dude saying "Ya know what I'm sayin" five times in a row and it was the first thing out of his mouth! Although the last time of five times he did begin the phrase with "Yeah" and end the phrase with "Ricki". As in "Yeah, ya know what I'm sayin, Ricki?"

  • @--emt
    @--emt 3 роки тому +124

    Teacher: "Now repeat after me".
    Me : "After me".

    • @goatkoala573
      @goatkoala573 3 роки тому +9

      More like: after me, after me, after me after m-

    • @--emt
      @--emt 3 роки тому

      @@goatkoala573 Pace yourself..2,3, what's up.

  • @adegokeoluwatosin1605
    @adegokeoluwatosin1605 3 роки тому

    Thanks for this man. I hope you are still excited about doing this for a very long time. You are a huge blessing !

  • @Honest_Grifter
    @Honest_Grifter 3 роки тому +24

    I love how complex the English language can be, even when discussing simple vocabulary usage... there are so many words that one can use to better illustrate meaning/intent... Great content!!!

    • @Candan79
      @Candan79 3 роки тому +1

      u know what? It may work to all languages,

    • @Adam-zh4hm
      @Adam-zh4hm 3 роки тому

      @@Candan79 I think English has far more words

    • @Adam-zh4hm
      @Adam-zh4hm 3 роки тому

      @David Bork okay fair enough. I just thought it could be just that English has the most words by a big margin. Which languages did you learn? I'm thinking of trying Spanish myself

  • @ninjesto4035
    @ninjesto4035 3 роки тому +43

    Give every school a English teacher like this

    • @300fans
      @300fans 3 роки тому +5

      The problem is that in order for a school to have someone like this, you have to find someone like this... They are few and far between. Quality teachers are rare.

    • @thomasmakala2082
      @thomasmakala2082 3 роки тому +1

      Is it " a English teacher" Or " an English teacher"? Maybe James can help.

    • @ninjesto4035
      @ninjesto4035 3 роки тому +1

      @@thomasmakala2082 Don't know

    • @KingHyperUltra
      @KingHyperUltra 3 роки тому +1

      @@thomasmakala2082 an

    • @alimamulma3sum14
      @alimamulma3sum14 3 роки тому

      "a English teacher"!!
      I hope James is surviving this 😂

  • @gamechapter3do529
    @gamechapter3do529 3 роки тому +11

    This lesson has much value to me. Nobody has taught me this in my language that is why in my country, people are always using I know I know all the time, especially in younger generation. They doesn’t concern others’ feeling. In my work place, younger employees are ending up arguing with their boss.:)

  • @user-bishamonten1
    @user-bishamonten1 3 роки тому

    it is the perfect native speaking teacher! It is a place to level up your english. Thak You!

  • @is_it_zeek
    @is_it_zeek 3 роки тому +21

    As a native southern Brit I recognise we share the same pronunciation of 'a' e.g bath, and. I appreciate the knowledge you shared in this lesson as my job involves professional phone calls so having the vocabulary to convey meaning in my sentences is vital to effective communication. Thank you

  • @DaveHebert400
    @DaveHebert400 3 роки тому +54

    I can't tell you how many times I've asked myself, after a conversation with my wife that ended up turning into a mini-argument, "how can I say 'I know' without causing an argument?" This video is BEYOND helpful. Thank you so much!

    • @frankypadilla5579
      @frankypadilla5579 3 роки тому +5

      My wife argued once. She also had a black eye once.

    • @Kinglo8
      @Kinglo8 3 роки тому

      G shii Dave 💯

    • @rozie9762
      @rozie9762 3 роки тому +1

      'You're right' works every time and you won't be sleeping alone

    • @doomer2577
      @doomer2577 3 роки тому +5

      @@frankypadilla5579 what the f█ck

    • @Anonymous-zd1ow
      @Anonymous-zd1ow 3 роки тому +1

      @@frankypadilla5579 LOL

  • @dicksonfavour4221
    @dicksonfavour4221 3 роки тому +6

    From my perspective, you're the best English teacher I've ever listened to.🤗