Learn · Sentences Dining Etiquette

It’s important to speak softly during meals.

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Sentence

Narrator

It’s important to speak softly during meals.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

You should speak softly during meals.

Describing Habits

I always speak softly during meals; it's a habit I've cultivated.

Asking About Others

Do you usually speak softly during meals?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If we didn't speak softly during meals, it would be disruptive.

Rephrased versions

Formal

It is essential to maintain a quiet demeanor during mealtimes.

Casual

Keep your voice down while we eat.

Simpler English

Talk quietly at dinner.

Phrases to learn

speak softly

To talk quietly and gently.

during meals

While eating a meal.