Exercise 10: Simulation Exercises for Making a Refusal
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Let’s take a close look at the strategies and language for
refusals once again. The following chart
summarizes the effective refusal strategies used in the sample dialogues.
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Strategies used |
The language for refusing |
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Response
1 |
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Ø
Making a indirect
refusal Ø
Speaking hesitantly
(e.g., hedging) |
あー、うーん、クラシックは、そうですね、あまり聞かないんですけどね。
Aa, uun, kurasshikkuwa sou desune, amari kikanain desu kedone. ‘Well, I actually don’t listen to
classical music much.’ |
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Responses
2 |
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Ø
Apologizing Ø
Giving a reason Ø
Leaving the refusal sentence incomplete |
ああ、そうですか、すみません、それに、ちょっとした予定もあるものですから。
Aa, sou desuka, sumimasen, soreni, chottoshita yoteimo aru mono desu kara. ‘Well, I’m sorry, but I also have
some little plans too.’ |
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Response
3 |
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Ø
Apologizing Ø
Leaving the refusal sentence incomplete |
ええ、申し訳ありませんけど。
Ee, moushiwake arimasen kedo. ‘Yes, I’m so sorry.’ |