懂你英语 Level5 Unit1 Part4 Vocabulary - Social Relations

To criticize someone is to point out their faults or mistakes.

Some people appreciate constructive criticism which can help them develop their skills.

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To praise someone is to let them know that they have done a good job.

Some people expect to be praised when they have performed well.

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To apologize to someone is to admit that you have done something wrong or hurtful.

One way to apologize is to say you are sorry.

If your apology isn't accepted, it means the person hasn't forgiven you.

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To order people to do something means to use your power or position to get them to do it.

Many people dislike being ordered to do things.

In many cases, it's better to make a request than order someone to do something.

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To encourage someone is to support their efforts, and help build their confidence.

A good teacher encourages students to do their best.

To discourage someone is to take away their confidence.

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(Learning how to provide and take constructive criticism is an important skill.)

(It’s important not to praise people when they haven’t done a good enough job.)

(If someone rejects your apology, it means they haven’t forgiven you.)

(If someone doesn’t follow orders,he or she may be punished.)

(It’s discouraging to work for someone who never shows appreciation for your hard work.)

(To forgive someone is to accept their apology.)

(A good leader can transform an unsuccessful company into a successful one by changing how it is organized.)

(If two people are attracted to each other, they want to be together.)