Confucius he say

Shady Abuyusuf

Mon, 20 May 2024

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Conversation 1

Shady: Good morning, class! Today, we're going to explore some interesting slang expressions involving the word "say." Are you ready?

Students: Yes, Shady!

Shady: Excellent! Let's start with "I say!" This expression is used to attract attention or register surprise or pleasure. For example, "I say! Look at that beautiful sunset!"

Student 1: So, it's like saying "Hey!" or "Wow!"

Shady: Exactly! Now, onto "I say, I say, I say!" This is used as a catchphrase introduction to a corny joke. It's often repeated three times for comedic effect. For instance, "I say, I say, I say! Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing!"

Student 2: So, it's like a cue for a joke.

Shady: Precisely! Next up, "before you can say Jack Robinson." This expression means "instantly" or "very quickly." For example, "He fixed the problem before you could say Jack Robinson."

Student 3: So, it's like saying something happened really fast.

Shady: That's correct! Moving on, "now it’s time to say goodbye." This is used as a humorous farewell. It's a reference to the television sign-off on The Mickey Mouse Club. For instance, "Well, folks, now it’s time to say goodbye!"

Student 4: Like saying goodbye in a fun way!

Shady: Exactly! Now, "saying hello to Mr. Armitage." This is an adjective meaning drunk, possibly to the point of being sick. It's a humorous reference to a lavatory manufacturer, Armitage Shanks. For example, "After one too many drinks, he was saying hello to Mr. Armitage."

Student 5: So, it's like saying someone is really drunk.

Shady: Precisely! And finally, "say what?" This can be used in two ways. First, as a request to repeat what has just been said. For example, "Sorry, I didn't catch that. Say what?" Second, it can be used to express disbelief at what has just been said. For instance, "You won the lottery? Say what?"

Student 6: So, it's like asking someone to repeat themselves or expressing surprise.

Shady: That's correct! These expressions add color and variety to our language. Keep practicing, and you'll sound like a native speaker in no time!

Conversation 2

Shady: Good morning, class! Today, we're continuing our exploration of slang expressions using the word "say." Are you ready for more?

Students: Yes, Shady!

Shady: Fantastic! Let's start with "say what and so what?" These expressions cleverly dismiss what has just been said. For example, "You think you're better than me? Say what and so what?"

Student 1: So, it's like brushing off someone's comment.

Shady: Exactly! Now, onto "say when!" This is used to ask when enough food has been served or drink poured. For instance, "Pouring me a drink? Say when!"

Student 2: So, it's like asking someone to tell you when to stop.

Shady: Precisely! Next up, "does what it says on the tin." This expression assures that something will behave as expected. For example, "This software does what it says on the tin – it's user-friendly and efficient."

Student 3: Like a guarantee that something will work as promised.

Shady: That's correct! Moving on, "say uncle." This means to admit defeat or beg for mercy. For instance, "He wouldn't say uncle even after hours of playing chess."

Student 4: So, it's like surrendering or asking for mercy.

Shady: Precisely! Now, "wouldn’t say no." This is used to register acceptance of something or suggest openness to an offer. For example, "I wouldn't say no to a slice of cake right now."

Student 5: Like expressing willingness to accept something.

Shady: Exactly! Next, "you can say that again." This expression is used to express heartfelt agreement. For instance, "This movie is amazing!" "You can say that again!"

Student 6: So, it's like agreeing strongly with someone.

Shady: Precisely! And finally, "you don’t say!" This expression is used to express astonishment at a statement. For example, "Did you know John won the lottery?" "You don't say!"

Student 7: Like expressing surprise at something unexpected.

Shady: Exactly! These expressions add richness and depth to our language. Keep practicing, and you'll master them in no time!

Conversation 3

Shady: Good afternoon, class! Today, we're delving into more slang expressions using the word "say." Let's dive right in!

Students: Yes, Shady!

Shady: Wonderful! First up, "you don’t say so!" This is used to express astonishment at a statement. For example, "You won the lottery? You don’t say so!"

Student 1: So, it's like expressing surprise at something unexpected.

Shady: Exactly! Now, "as my pappy would say..." This is a humorous introduction or segue, often used before sharing a piece of wisdom or anecdote. For instance, "As my pappy would say, 'If it ain't broke, don't fix it.'"

Student 2: So, it's like introducing something with a bit of humor.

Shady: Precisely! Next, "as the feller says." This is used for introducing a statement that the speaker doesn't necessarily agree with. For example, "As the feller says, 'You win some, you lose some.'"

Student 3: So, it's like acknowledging someone else's perspective.

Shady: Exactly! Now, "Confucius he say." This is an introduction to either a genuine or cynical philosophical proposition or a stylized joke. For example, "Confucius he say, 'Man who stands on toilet is high on pot."