Have you ever wanted to give a compliment in English to a colleague or manager — but stopped yourself because you weren’t sure what to say? Maybe you worried it would sound awkward or too personal.

In this episode, I’ll show you exactly how to give compliments in English at work with confidence. You’ll learn two simple formulas you can copy, plus real examples of workplace English compliments that sound natural and professional.

Here’s what you’ll discover in this lesson:

• Why compliments matter in English-speaking workplaces

• 2 clear structures for professional English compliments

• Examples of compliments in English you can use right away

• What to avoid so your compliments don’t cross a line

By the end, you’ll know how to compliment your colleagues in English with short, sincere phrases that build trust and connection.

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Episode Timestamps:

00:00 The Challenge of Compliments in English

01:02 Why Compliments Matter

02:01 How to Give Compliments

02:50 Compliment Structure 1

05:41 Compliment Structure 2

08:43 The Way You Say It

10:39 When, Where, & To Whom

12:22 Dos and Don'ts

13:55 Practice

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