Talk 4 Impact First Conference 15 October 2025 13:00 GMT

Shrinkflation: Paying More and Getting Less

Marry K

Shrinkflation: Paying More and Getting Less

Business - B1-B2 | Intermediate Level

Description

In this session, we will explore shrinkflation and how it affects consumers. You will learn how companies reduce product sizes while keeping prices the same, making you pay more for less. We will discuss examples of shrinkflation and ways to spot it when shopping. By the end, you will be more aware of this pricing strategy and make smarter buying decisions.

Questions list

1. Have you ever bought a product and felt like it was smaller than before?

2. Do you usually check the weight or size of products before buying them? Why or why not?

3. What tricks do you use to save money when shopping for groceries?

1. Have you ever switched brands because a company reduced the product size?

2. How does shrinkflation affect consumers without them noticing?

3. What are some common products where shrinkflation happens?

4. How do you feel when you realize you’re paying the same price for a smaller product?

5. What is the most surprising price increase you have noticed recently?

6. Do you prefer to buy in bulk to avoid price increases? Why or why not?

7. How do packaging tricks make shrinkflation harder to notice?

8. Can you think of a time when a company was criticized for shrinkflation?

9. Do you think shrinkflation is fair to customers? Why or why not?

10. How can people protect themselves from paying more for less?

1. Interact Freely

Get ready for an engaging 10 minutes where you'll receive valuable feedback from your tutor regarding vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar mistakes

Rules

Be kind and respectful to everyone.

No flirting! If someone doesn’t want to share their social media or phone number, respect their choice.

Let everyone have a chance to speak.

Please avoid smoking or drinking while talking.

Keep your camera on at all times.

Note: If you break any of these rules, you may be banned

Marry K

Session Details

Mar. 22 Sat , 09:00

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Shrinkflation: Paying More and Getting Less

Business - B1-B2 | Intermediate Level

Description

Questions list

1. Have you ever bought a product and felt like it was smaller than before?

2. Do you usually check the weight or size of products before buying them? Why or why not?

3. What tricks do you use to save money when shopping for groceries?

1. Have you ever switched brands because a company reduced the product size?

2. How does shrinkflation affect consumers without them noticing?

3. What are some common products where shrinkflation happens?

4. How do you feel when you realize you’re paying the same price for a smaller product?

5. What is the most surprising price increase you have noticed recently?

6. Do you prefer to buy in bulk to avoid price increases? Why or why not?

7. How do packaging tricks make shrinkflation harder to notice?

8. Can you think of a time when a company was criticized for shrinkflation?

9. Do you think shrinkflation is fair to customers? Why or why not?

10. How can people protect themselves from paying more for less?

1. Interact Freely

Get ready for an engaging 10 minutes where you'll receive valuable feedback from your tutor regarding vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar mistakes

Rules

Session Details

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Shrinkflation: Paying More and Getting Less

Business - B1-B2 | Intermediate Level

Description

Questions list

1. Have you ever bought a product and felt like it was smaller than before?

2. Do you usually check the weight or size of products before buying them? Why or why not?

3. What tricks do you use to save money when shopping for groceries?

1. Have you ever switched brands because a company reduced the product size?

2. How does shrinkflation affect consumers without them noticing?

3. What are some common products where shrinkflation happens?

4. How do you feel when you realize you’re paying the same price for a smaller product?

5. What is the most surprising price increase you have noticed recently?

6. Do you prefer to buy in bulk to avoid price increases? Why or why not?

7. How do packaging tricks make shrinkflation harder to notice?

8. Can you think of a time when a company was criticized for shrinkflation?

9. Do you think shrinkflation is fair to customers? Why or why not?

10. How can people protect themselves from paying more for less?

1. Interact Freely

Get ready for an engaging 10 minutes where you'll receive valuable feedback from your tutor regarding vocabulary, pronunciation and grammar mistakes

Rules

Session Details

Report course

Share

Buy with points

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