| Situational Expressions 2
This week we will learn about various words and expressions to do with happiness. Some are mild, like convivial which we use when talking, for example, about a friendly and happy atmospherewhilst other express extreme joy. We will also once more look at some idiomatic expressions which can be used for the state of well being and contentedness. |
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Formal
1. Father Christmas is usually depicted as a fat jolly man with a white beard. 2. Bill was overjoyed to see his friend after so long. 3. John is a very convivial host. It is always a great pleasure to go to his house. 4. He had never been so happy. He was ecstatic when he passed the examination. 5. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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| Informal
6. Julie is a very bubbly girl, always talking and laughing. 7. Everton are flying high after their win at Manchester United. 8. I think it is important to be positive and upbeat in our daily life.
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Idioms
9. Jane was tickled pink when she was invited to appear on a TV show. 10. If you go to a bar during "Happy Hour" the drinks are all half price. 11. Since John retired to Australia he has been living the life of Riley. 12. Jill is as happy as a lark. She is on holiday with no worries in the world.
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