Social actions in English, with pictures
This page teaches common verbs for interacting and communicating with other people. Try practicing them by describing what people around you are doing today.
/ˈɑːrɡjuː/
to speak angrily with someone because you have different opinions
“They often argue about money and chores.”
/ɡriːt/
to welcome someone politely when you meet them
“She smiled to greet her guests at the door.”
hug
/hʌɡ/
to hold someone close in your arms with affection
“He gave his mother a warm hug.”
/kɪs/
to touch someone with your lips to show love
“She gave the baby a gentle kiss on the cheek.”
/smaɪl/
to make a happy face with the corners of your mouth turned up
“I always smile when I see my best friend.”
/ˈwɪspər/
to speak in a very quiet voice so others cannot hear
“Please whisper while the baby is sleeping.”
/kəmˈpleɪn/
to say that you are not happy or satisfied with something
“Customers often complain about the slow service.”
/bleɪm/
to say that a specific person caused something bad to happen
“Do not blame him for your own mistake.”
/rɪˈfjuːz/
to say clearly that you will not do or accept something
“I must refuse your polite invitation today.”
/ˌdɪs.əˈɡriː/
to hold a different opinion from someone else
“I disagree with his ideas about travel.”
/stɛər/
to look at someone directly for a long time without looking away
“It is rude to stare at strangers.”
