Advanced English Vocabulary and Grammar Lesson Summary

Introduction

• Aim: Improve advanced vocabulary and grammar skills to a C1 level
• Topics: Everyday scenarios, dramatic examples
• Special resource: Free ebooks for vocabulary and grammar reference

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C1 Program Overview

• Beautiful British English C1 Program
  • Over 5,000 students enrolled
  • Focuses on advanced vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and writing
  • Incorporates a storyline and authentic conversations

Daily Routine at C1 Level

• Daily Routine Example:
  • Waking up to an alarm clock
  • Engaging in meditation
  • 30-minute invigorating workout
  • Skincare regimen

C1 Vocabulary and Grammar Structures

• Non-finite Clauses:
  • Example: "upon waking up..."
• Comparative Structures:
  • Example: "It isn't so much challenging as it is invigorating"
• Compound Adjectives:
  • Example: "well-established, 30-minute, well-hydrated"

Describing the Morning Routine

• Negative Inversion:
  • Example: "No sooner have I got dressed..."
• Signposting Language:
  • Examples: "meanwhile, thus"

Work Routine

• Post-modified Superlative Adjective:
  • Example: "the most efficient way possible"
• Cleft Sentences:
  • Example: "It is knowing that... that I thrive on"

Self-Reflection at the End of the Day

• Subordinate Clauses:
  • Example: "As the day draws to a close..."
• Participle Clauses:
  • Example: "striving to be the best version..."

Food and Drink Vocabulary at C1 Level

• Expressions and Phrasal Verbs:
  • "To tuck in" - start eating enthusiastically
  • "To polish off" - finish all of something
  • "To gulp down" - drink quickly

Ordering Coffee at C1 Level

• Advanced ordering phrases:
  • Levels of politeness and complexity in ordering coffee
  • Example: "Would you be so kind as to..."

Flirting in English

• Strategies for asking someone out:
  • Basic to advanced examples
  • Use of slang and colloquial language

Breakups and Difficult Conversations

• Clichés to Avoid:
  • "It's not you, it's me" - implies it's likely them
• Advanced Phrases:
  • "As different as chalk and cheese" - completely different
  • "Call a spade a spade" - speak truthfully
  • Subjunctive Mood:
  • Example: "It's imperative that I be true to myself"

Conclusion

• Recap of vocabulary and grammar learned
• Encouragement to download free ebooks and join C1 program
• Acknowledgment of the journey to mastering advanced English.