Responding to Greetings
What is an appropriate response when someone says, "Hey, What's up?
Not much, you?
Hey, how's it going
This phrase helps you start explaining what went wrong.
Hey, I'm having trouble with this.
I can't seem to figure this out.
I'm having a little problem with this.
This phrase helps you check if you heard someone correctly.
Can you say that again?
What did you say?
If someone says “Great, another test,” with an eye roll, this emotion is being expressed.
Frustration
This word means something is really good or impressive, like “That movie was ___.”
Fire
Peak
What is a polite way to respond when a teacher says, "Good morning."
A clear way to explain a tech issue to a teacher.
My charger cord is bent.
My laptop won't respond.
My page keeps reloading unexpectedly.
A polite way to say you misunderstood someone.
Oh, I thought you said...
Oh, That's not what I thought you were talking about.
This clue helps you tell if someone is being sarcastic.
Tone of voice
Facial Expression
Situation
A slang term meaning you’re joking or not being serious.
Bruh
Just messing
A classmate says, “Long time no see." What friendly response will keep the conversation going?
Smile and say
Hey, How have you been?
Right, it has been awhile. How are you?
When you need help, this sentence tells someone what you’ve already tried.
"I've tried restarting, but the problem keeps happening."
"I asked the guys at my table, and none of us can figure this out."
When someone misunderstands you, this strategy helps fix it.
Say it again a different way
Ask what they thought you said
When someone says “Yeah, right,” but clearly doesn’t mean it, this is happening.
Sarcasm
A word teens use to mean “I agree” or “That’s true.”
Facts
When someone waves at you in the hallway, this nonverbal response shows acknowledgment
Smile
Nod
Wave
A helpful detail to include when explaining a conflict with a peer.
That made me feel.......
Can you help me understand your feelings on this?
Can you figure out how to say that another way?
This phrase helps prevent arguments caused by confusion.
Let's make sure we are talking about the same thing.
If a friend says “Nice job” after you drop your books, they likely mean this.
Sarcastically making fun
A slang term meaning someone is very excited or energetic.
Hyped
Poggers
If someone greets you while you’re busy, this response shows respect while setting a boundary.
Hey, give me a minute to get this done.
Hey, gotta finish this up real quick
This is the best way to explain a problem without blaming others.
Use "I" statements, such as
I seem to be misunderstanding something.
I feel confused about...
A socially appropriate way to repair a misunderstanding with a friend.
Sorry, I didn't know what you meant. Let's start over.
Can we try that again?
This is the best way to respond when you’re unsure if someone.
Are you being serious?
A phrase meaning something is embarrassing or awkward.
Cringe