069. Greetings, Farewells and Special Expressions

greeting

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an expression of polite and friendly gestures or words when meeting someone

farewell

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a word or phrase used to bid goodbye to someone when parting, typically conveying good wishes

to introduce

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to tell someone our name so they can know us, or to tell them someone else's name so they can know each other, normally happening in the first meeting

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stranger

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someone who is not familiar with a place because it is the first time they have ever been there

acquaintance

situation

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the way things are or have been at a certain time or place

to shake hands

phrase

/ʃˈeɪk hˈændz/

Collocation

to take hold of someone else's hand with one's own and then move them up and down as a gesture of greeting, congratulations, or agreement

to meet

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to come together as previously scheduled for social interaction or a prearranged purpose

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intransitive

to greet

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to give someone a sign of welcoming or a polite word when meeting them

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female

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belonging to the sex that is fertilized by the opposite sex and can lay eggs or give birth to babies

androgynous

cheek

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any of the two soft sides of our face that are bellow our eyes

What is "cheek"?

The cheek is the soft, rounded area of the face on either side, located between the eye and the jawline. It is formed by the underlying muscles and fatty tissue. The cheek plays a significant role in facial expressions, such as smiling, frowning, or blushing. It also contributes to the overall contour and symmetry of the face. The cheek is sensitive to touch and can be a site for displaying emotions, such as when it reddens with embarrassment or becomes dimpled with a smile. It is a prominent feature that adds character and definition to the face.

male

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belonging to the sex that cannot give birth to babies or lay eggs but is capable of fertilization of the opposite sex

female

once

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for one single time

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incomparable

adverb of frequency

twice

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for two instances

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incomparable

adverb of frequency

goodbye

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a word we say when we are leaving or someone is leaving, or at the end of a phone call

cheers

interjection

/tʃɪɹz/

used as a casual way to say goodbye

take care

interjection

/tˈeɪk kˈɛɹ/

Informal

used when saying goodbye to someone, especially family and friends

see you

interjection

/sˈiː juː/

Informal

used as a casual way of saying goodbye or indicating that the person expects to see the recipient again soon

excuse me

interjection

/ɛkskjˈuːs mˌiː/

said to politely ask someone to move or make space so that one can get past them

good luck

interjection

/ɡˈʊd lˈʌk/

used to wish a person success

thank goodness

sentence

/θˈæŋk ɡˈɑːd hˈɛvənz ɡˈʊdnəs/

used to show gratitude or relief because things happened the way one desired

What is the origin of the idiom "thank goodness" and when to use it?

The phrase "thank goodness" has its origins in expressions of gratitude and relief that have been part of human communication for centuries. It reflects a common human inclination to attribute positive outcomes or fortunate circumstances to a higher power or benevolent force. While the exact historical origin is not documented, it likely emerged from a combination of religious and cultural influences. It is commonly employed in everyday conversation when people want to express their appreciation for something positive that has happened.

bless you

interjection

/blˈɛs juː/

used to express well wishes, particularly after someone has sneezed

congratulations

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used to express joy, admiration, or praise for someone's achievements, successes, or happy occasions

thank God

interjection

/θˈæŋk ɡˈɑːd/

used to express gratitude, relief, or appreciation for a positive outcome or for avoiding a negative situation

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