Business

Focused language practice with structured prompts, advanced vocabulary, and guided questions.

Advanced Structures

A common misconception about business is that... (discourse marker for critical thinking)

Example: A common misconception about business is that profit is its only purpose.

In my experience (or as I see it), ... (stance-taking for personal perspective)

Example: In my experience, teamwork is more valuable than individual talent in busines

Phrasal Verbs

Branch out (into something)

Definition: To expand into new areas of business or activity.

Sample sentence: The company branched out into online retail after years of traditional sales.

Conversation starter: Do you think it's better for a business to specialize in one area or to branch out into different markets?

Conversation starter: If you already owned a successful company, what kind of new product or service would you branch out into?

Bail out (someone/something)

Definition: To provide financial help to rescue a failing business or person.

Sample sentence: The government bailed out the bank during the financial crisis.

Conversation starter: Do you think governments should bail out big companies when they're failing, or should those businesses face the consequences?

Advanced Words

Entrepreneurship (noun)

Definition: The activity of setting up and managing businesses, often with financial risk.

Sample sentence: Entrepreneurship is encouraged in economies that reward innovation.

Conversation starter: Do you think entrepreneurship should be taught in schools to prepare young people for real-world challenges? Starting what age?

Conversation starter: Do you have a knack for entrepreneurship? Why/why not?

Profitability (noun)

Definition: The degree to which a business is financially successful.

Sample sentence: The profitability of the startup was questioned after two years of losses.

Conversation starter: Can small businesses maintain profitability while still offering fair prices and good working conditions? Which type of business in your country has high profitability?

Conversation Questions

Have you ever thought about starting your own business? Suggested start: I'd say I've thought about it because...
What kind of business do you think would be successful today? Suggested start: I believe a good business idea now is...
What are some qualities of a good entrepreneur? Suggested start: I tend to admire entrepreneurs who are...
Do you think money or passion is more important in business? Suggested start: Personally, I think...
How do small businesses contribute to the economy? Suggested start: They contribute by...
What's an example of a famous company you respect, and why? Suggested start: One company I really respect is...
Have you ever bought something from a local business? Suggested start: Yes, I have. I bought...
What are the risks of starting a business? Suggested start: I suppose the biggest risk is...
Do you think honesty is important in business? Suggested start: I believe it's very important because...
If you could run any type of business in the future, what would it be? Suggested start: If I could run my own business, I'd open...