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Answer — Exercise 1

6.2 - A global language?·Speakout Advanced - Students' Book

Question

Contain the questions using the words in the box. Can you explain the meaning of the phrases in bold?

Answer

  1. global language → a language used all around the world
  2. command of a language → ability to use a language; mind your language: pay attention to the words that you use, e.g. in order not to appear rude
  3. language barrier → a breakdown in communication as a result of people not having a common language in which to communicate
  4. dead language → a language which is no longer in use, for example Latin or ancient Greek; official language: the language which is used for official (e.g. legal) purposes in a country; everyday language: the language used to communicate on a day-to-day basis
  5. offensive language → language which can be used to offend someone, e.g. swearing
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More exercises in 6.2 - A global language?

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