Small Talk Culture
Lesson 2 of 12 in Canadian Social Norms & Values · 25 minutes
Understand why Canadians make small talk and when it happens. Learn to talk about weather, weekend plans, sports, and pets, and respond to common small talk questions naturally.
What you'll learn
- Understand why Canadians make small talk and when it happens
- Talk about weather, weekend plans, sports, and pets
- Respond to common small talk questions naturally
From the transcript
Dave: Morning! Cold enough for you?
Carlos: Yes! Very cold! I am not used to this.
Dave: Yeah, this winter's been brutal. They say it might hit minus twenty this weekend.
Carlos: Minus twenty? That is very cold!
Dave: Welcome to Canada, eh? You'll get used to it.
Carlos: I hope so! I need a warmer coat, I think.
Dave: Try a discount clothing store. You can find good coats at good prices.
Carlos: Thank you! That is helpful.
Dave: No problem! Have a good one!
Carlos: You too! Have a good day!