Lesson28
【Lesson 28】
◆English expressions you can use when you are worried or feeling nervous
◆Key expressions for Lesson 28
I’m worried about ~
I’m concerned about ~
I’m self-conscious about ~
◆Let’s try the following exercises.
Q: Your friend is drinking too much at a party. You want him to stop drinking as you think it’s bad for him. What would you say?
A: Don’t drink so much. I’m worried about you.
Q: The TV news says the Japanese population may decrease by 70% in 100 years. What would you say?
A: I’m concerned about Japan’s future. We have to think about this problem more seriously.
Q: Your sister is worried whether her hair looks OK before her date and asks your opinion. Her hair looks just fine. What would you say to her?
A: You’re too self-conscious! You hair looks perfectly fine.
◆Key Expressions Part 2
I’m nervous about ~
I’ve got stage fright.
My heart is pounding.
◆Let’s try the following exercises.
Q: You have an important exam tomorrow, but your friend asks you if you want to go to a movie. What would you say?
A: I’m nervous about tomorrow’s exam, so I’ll skip it.
Q: You are at a Karaoke bar with a lot of friends, and it’s your turn to sing. You are very nervous and you want to run away. What would you say to your friend?
A: I’ve got stage fright. Do I really have to sing?
Q: You are about to ride a roller coaster with your friend. It looks very scary and your heart is beating fast. What would you say to your friend?
A: I’m so scared. My heart is pounding!