LESSON 6A SPEAKING
1. Giving Good News
These phrases are used to introduce positive information or accomplishments.
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Good news! (Direct and enthusiastic)
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I’ve got some good/fantastic/great news. (Adds emphasis with adjectives)
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I’ve just heard (the results of the Go Green! competition). (Used for news you just received)
2. Giving Bad News
These phrases use "softeners" to prepare the listener for something negative.
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I’m afraid I’ve got some bad/terrible/awful news. ("I'm afraid" makes the delivery more polite)
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I’m sorry, but...
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Unfortunately,... (A formal way to start a negative statement)
3. Responding to Good News
Phrases used to show excitement or support for someone else's success.
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That’s great/amazing (news).
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Oh, wow!
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Congratulations! / Well done! (Common for achievements)
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I’m really happy for you. / Good for you! (Personalized support)
4. Responding to Bad News
Phrases used to show empathy or to minimize the person's distress.
- That’s terrible/awful (news). (Validates their feelings)
- Bad luck! (Common for minor disappointments like losing a game)
- Oh, no!
- Don’t worry. / Never mind. (Used to comfort someone or suggest the news isn't a big deal)
