Master Polite English (Udemy.com)
Learn the 3 Golden Rules and 6 Principles of Polite Speaking in English.
Created by: Dylan Gates
Last updated March 2024
What you will learn
- In this course, you will learn how to speak politely in English.
- In this course, you will learn strategies for communicating in formal situations with people you do not know well.
How it compares
Against the other 535 rated Udemy courses in Language Learning on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.5 out of 5higher than 25% of them
- Reviews2,656#108 of 536 by number of reviews
- Length2.4 hoursshorter than 76% of them
- Last updatedMarch 2024earlier than 51% of them
Course Description
Do you speak English as a second or foreign language?
Do you have a good level of spoken English but need to learn how to speak in formal situations?
Do you need English for work or study purposes?
Do you need to speak politely in English in formal situations, such as interviews, meetings, official events?
Do you need to speak English with native or proficient speakers?
- When we speak to people we do not know very well, we should use polite English
- When we speak politely, we often get better results and make a good impression
- When we speak politely, we show respect to our conversational partner
Take the course and learn how to speak politely in English.
Learn the 3 Golden Rules of Politeness
Discover the 6 Principles of Polite Speaking
Learn common polite phrases for a variety of communicative functions, such as complaining, interrupting, expressing disappointment and many more. New lessons are added all the time.
What does the course consist of?
- Video lessons and pdf notes.
- 2.5 hrs of video content
This course is suitable for Intermediate speakers of English who need to learn how to speak politely in formal situations.
By the end of this course, you will have a better understanding of polite English and will be able to communicate more effectively and appropriately in your professional life.
Instructor Details
- 4.5 Rating
2,656 Reviews
Dylan Gates
My name is Dylan Gates and I am a freelance teacher / teacher trainer / materials designer and English language coach.
Learning English is a challenge. My job is to help you take your English to the next level. Becoming a fluent speaker of English is not just about learning grammatical rules and remembering vocabulary. It's about developing communication skills and becoming a confident speaker. It's about learning how to express your ideas, thoughts, opinions and experiences in English.
My courses are designed to help you become a confident and competent speaker of English.
About Me
I've been a Director of Studies at a British Council accredited school in Central London, Course Director of a Training programme for English teachers (Trinity TESOL), and I've also worked as an English for Academic Purposes tutor at King's College (famous university in London) where I prepared international students for post-graduate study in the UK. Now, I am a self-employed teacher / trainer / blogger / course designer and enjoying the freedom.
What other teaching qualifications do I have?
I have an MA in Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching, a Diploma DELTA (advanced teaching qualification) and an E-tutoring certificate.
Is there anything else I would like to mention?
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Reviews
By Doron Kol on 6/16/2024
Lots of scenarios, which is great, though I must admit that at some point it starts sounding a bit 'more of the same'. I would listen to this course from time to time, to sharpen the memory and strengthen the POLITENESS muscle.
By sudheer mungamuru on 3/14/2022
The course gently reminds and teaches, the need and ways to be more sensitive and considerate to the feelings of others and self, through various polite expressions of English language. I am convinced that, the practice of various expressions and principles enshrined in the course helps one to be a better social being and avoid many hurts, remorse, guilt, and frictions in human relations. Thanks a lot.
By Radmila Vojinovic on 9/17/2020
cute
By Rajeev Jakkani Raja on 9/14/2020
Very useful tips that can be applied directly in real-world scenarios. Thank you
By Denys Mashyr on 9/4/2020
A lot of examples. Thanks
By Aisha on 8/19/2020
Its a very good course for beginners with good examples
By Jane basic on 8/8/2020
It give the insight into the cultural norm of native speaker that could mislead innocent non-native speaker.
By Mohana Sundaramoorthy S on 7/26/2020
I have learnt a lot from this course, such a shame that I could not find this course earlier. Many thanks to teacher.
By Amit Kumar Das on 7/13/2020
Great course ... lots of new things, I learnt from here.
By Nazanin Jafari on 6/26/2020
I love they way explain, its really useful and understandable.
By Manisha Sethi on 6/8/2020
Well, it reinforced me and encouraged me to really come up with more presentable way of communication!
By Hyeonwoo Choi on 5/13/2020
Extremely useful course
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Overall Score : 90 / 100







