Being honest and kind
Body Language
Rude Implications
Sarcasm
100

Don't sneeze all over my desk!

Could you please cover your mouth before you sneeze?

100

They raised their eyebrows.

They were surprised.

100

He got upset and complained when the teacher said his classmate did well on an assignment.

He took the attention away from his classmate.

100

I find tv very educational.  Every time someone turns on the TV, I go into the other room to read.

He think watching tv is educational.  

200

Stop bugging me! Go away!!

Sorry, I'm busy.  Can I talk to you another time?

200

They slouched in their chair.

They are not very alert and attentive.

200

They're gaze was at their computer when she spoke to them. 

They appear to not be paying attention, which is disrespectful.  

200

I never forget a face, but in your case, I'll make an exception.

They are joking about not liking your face. 

300

This spaghetti is ice cold!  

Would you mind if I heat my plate?

300

They crossed their arms tightly.

They are angry or defiant.

300

They spoke at length without pausing.

They were not letting anyone else talk.

300

They were struggling with groceries when the door shut in front of them.  They called "Thanks for the help!" to the people who went in before them.

They wanted someone to hold the door for them.

400

I hate vegetables!

Vegetables aren't my favorite.

400

They squint their eyes in response to something.

They are questioning someone or something.

400

They almost bumped into each other at the doorway.

They were rushing to go first.

400

She took a shot and missed, "that went well." she said.

She is disappointed that she missed the shot.

500

Your desk is a disaster!

It looks like you need to organize your desk.

500

They shrugged their shoulders.

They were saying that they do not know or they don't care.

500

The crowd went around the two of them while they argued.

They were blocking the way.

500

"I made the genius choice of selling my truck right before I decided to move." They said.

They should have kept their truck to help them move.