Unit 1 World Traditions and World Englishes

World Traditions and World Englishes

Interaction

B

Make a dialogue in pairs about the unique English expressions of the country you’ve researched using AI.

Script
Jimin :
I bought some snacks from the market, and the seller added some extra for me saying “Jara”.
Uzo :
Oh, he gave you some Jara?
Jimin :
Yes, that’s the word! Jara. How do you say that in American or British English?
Uzo :
It would be something like “a little extra” or “a bonus”. We call it “bonus” in Korean.
Jimin :
By the way, Uzo, I overheard the seller calling his boss “Oga”. What does that mean?
Uzo :
Ah, “Oga“! In Nigerian English, “Oga” refers to a boss or someone in a position of authority. It can also be a sign of respect.
Jimin :
That’s interesting! So, it’s like how we might say “boss” in American or British English.