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Leandro V

Sweet, Funny or Rude?

Conversation - B1-B2 | Intermediate Level

Description

We all have (or know) a nickname, some adorable, some hilarious, and some… a little embarrassing!

In this session, we’ll:
- Share the stories behind our own or others' nicknames
- Learn about famous nicknames from around the world
- Discover why people, places, and even foods get nicknames
- Reflect on how nicknames can bring us closer or cause tension

This will be a relaxed, funny, and very human session to talk, laugh, and share personal (or historical) stories!

Questions list

1. Do you have a nickname? Do you like it?

2. What’s the cutest or funniest nickname you’ve ever heard?

3. Do you give nicknames to your friends, pets, or family?

1. Who gave you your nickname, and what does it mean?

2. Have you ever had a nickname you didn’t like?

3. What makes a nickname stick? Is it the person or the story?

4. Do people in your country use nicknames a lot?

5. Can nicknames be a form of bullying? When does it cross the line?

6. Do you know any funny nicknames for cities or countries?

7. What are some typical nicknames used for food, places, or sports teams?

8. What’s a nickname you would give yourself?

1. You'll have 6 to 10 minutes to have a free talk.

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