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Being Shy
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Being Shy
害羞

Learn Gerunds and Infinitives

Date: Apr 30 2012

Themes: Friend

Grammar: Gerunds vs. Infinitives

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Shyness can be misleading. A shy person might seem unfriendly. In class, teachers sometimes think that the shy students have nothing to say. But even though outgoing people spend more time in the spotlight than shy people, that doesn’t mean shy people aren’t just as interesting and fun. It might just take some time before a shy person can feel comfortable and come out of her shell.

Jason is not shy at all. Amy used to be shy, but she has learned to be more outgoing. Hear them discuss the pros and cons of being shy.

害羞容易让人误解。似乎害羞的人不那么友好。在课堂上,老师有时会认为害羞的学生无话可讲。相比害羞的人,即便外向的人会得到更多人的注意,但这不表示害羞的人缺乏风趣幽默。或许,害羞的人只是需要多花点儿时间才能感觉能够与人自在交往,并且不再羞怯。
詹森一点儿都不害羞。艾米过去害羞,但她已经学会如何更加外向。听听他们讨论害羞的优缺点。

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Amy

Amy

Jason

Jason

Amy:  Are you shy at all, Jason?

Jason:  No.

Amy:  So you’ll just go up to anyone and start a conversation.

Jason:  Pretty much. I know I’m not shy, because I’ve been trying to give people advice about things at times, and I’ll say, “Why don’t you just call that person up and say this?” And they’ll go, “Oh my gosh, I could never do that.”

Amy:  Right.

Jason:  Are you shy?

Amy:  I don’t think I’m shy anymore, most of the time, but when I was a kid, I was really shy. And I kind of had to force myself to get over my shyness.

Jason:  Wow. How did you do that?

Amy:  I think just by doing the kinds of things that you’re talking about, like just forcing myself to do something that would maybe make me uncomfortable, and then just seeing, like, it’s not that bad. Like, you get through it, and it’s fine, and you can kind of fake it ‘til you make it, you know?

Jason:  Yeah, that makes sense. I mean, shyness for the most part is just fear, I guess, and it’s not really fear of anything worth being afraid of, so if you can just force yourself to do it anyway…

Amy:  I think so, and I think when you see what you can kind of gain sometimes by not being shy, then that can kind of help you overcome it if you want to. But there are advantages to being shy too, and to holding back a little bit and waiting until you kind of get to know somebody better before really coming all the way out of your shell.

Jason:  That’s true, especially in our age of social networking and everyone sort of being a performer and a brand. Someone who’s shy can come off as more genuine.

Amy:  Yeah.

 

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Jason says he is not shy at all. He isn’t afraid to do things or say things that other people are too shy to do. Sometimes he even surprises people by how outgoing he is.

Unlike Jason, Amy was shy when she was younger. She had to force herself to be more outgoing by doing things that made her uncomfortable, like talking to people she didn’t know.

Even though she is happy that she isn’t as shy anymore, Amy thinks that there are advantages to being shy. Jason agrees that shy people sometimes seem more genuine and serious.

Are you shy? Do you know any shy people? Do you think it is better to be shy or outgoing?

 

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goodmahsa

goodmahsa

Iran, Islamic Republic Of

you know what Julito it pops up out of blue it’s like situation comedy Smile

06:21 PM Apr 30 2012 |

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 julito

julito

Argentina

naughty Mahsa,  tell me about your  naughtiness, I promise  to zip up my mouth  afterwardsSmile

06:14 PM Apr 30 2012 |

goodmahsa

goodmahsa

Iran, Islamic Republic Of

unlike many of English baby friends I was a really outgoing and friendly girl when I was a child , Used to say bombastic words and behave like grown ups ,as I remember in our friend company including boys and girls ,I was the one who had to be the mother (boss)Laughingand like Jason I used to give advice to people but now my facial expressions look friendly and kind to others but at the time of speaking I would rather remain in my shell and it takes  a bit to come out of it,maybe when I feel those who are around me really like me and respect me then it comes a naughty Mahsa ,the character that just few ones have seen.Cool

05:59 PM Apr 30 2012 |

 julito

julito

Argentina

Are you not La princesse de la vie, if so, you have to stand out  as a lively and easygoing  girl in your life. In my teenagers years I was shy by nature and the one who remained seated warming up a chair while others boys  were dancing  with the prettiest girls in the ball room. SucksWink

05:57 PM Apr 30 2012 |

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La Princesse de la vie

Egypt

Being shy, I can’t deal with strangers. I always try to keep away from any activities at my school. Also it’s always being hard for me to have friends and get to know others. Unlike my friends who are all almost outgoing .I believe that shyness has pros and cons, but I always see the negative side only.. :[ 


05:49 PM Apr 30 2012 |

my secret identity

Czech Republic

I’m really not shy:). I’m very communicative and I like meeting new people.


What’s better? I think outgoing people have a little easier life:). Is it better? Who knows..

05:28 PM Apr 30 2012 |

 julito

julito

Argentina

there is nothing wrong in being shy ,in life there must be a balance ,too much extroverted and  too much  caged in an introverted personality, both are  to be avoided as much as possible.   

04:59 PM Apr 30 2012 |

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ali121212

Saudi Arabia

Cool

04:56 PM Apr 30 2012 |

i love life

Palestinian Territory, Occupied

Actually this topic is very awesome , we need from time to time such like this topics I have an Idea about this article I will try to describe my ideas .


For me When I was a younger I was very shy person with people , But When I graduated  from the school I started adapting with my Growing up , I had a lot of scenes make me uncomfortable ,specially  when I have been trying find any work , truly It was very tough  moments to me .


Really Our lives without shyness doesn’t means anything , we can’t Imagine How we can deal with each others without shyness , as the same time there are some people make you to being a foolish man with them .


In my opinion the woman should to be shy more the man because she’s reflect about pure love .


I would like to say even though you have many people in your life there’s no reason to being shy with yourself , For me I agree with All people who are preferably to be shy , we should distinguish between ordinary people and shy people and silly people In order to feel comfortable .


I have a lot of friends they didn’t feel shy anymore , sometimes I prefer shyness but not always , I don’t like to be a shy person , we should break the fears ,If you have some things make you to being shy person only with a big confidence everything is going well .

04:21 PM Apr 30 2012 |

 julito

julito

Argentina

freeeilyn . you sing and do it well ?  please ,get out of your shell ,maybe we will have another Susan Boyle in the future.  Kiss

04:04 PM Apr 30 2012 |

freeeilyn

freeeilyn

Poland

I’m a shy person, and it’s very uncomfortable for me, especially with public apperances like singing for example. I’ve always wanted to sing and people were telling me that I do it well, but I can’t cope with my shyness. it’s sad.

03:58 PM Apr 30 2012 |

 julito

julito

Argentina

The turtle could only  got out of its shell by taking meds. funny….. not so funny that   some  teenagers  can only  boost their confidence by taking alcohol while hanging out with friends.Cry

03:58 PM Apr 30 2012 |

heshang

heshang

China

sometimes i am a shy boy 

03:32 PM Apr 30 2012 |

alexa1

alexa1

Saudi Arabia

shyness is a piece of life a littel of it not bad but if it become more than as usual … you ought to see a doctor …

03:26 PM Apr 30 2012 |

doa'a

doa'a

Yemen

well, i depends on the siuaions,

03:02 PM Apr 30 2012 |

doa'a

doa'a

Yemen

well, i depends on the siuaions,

03:02 PM Apr 30 2012 |

fabsir

fabsir

Brazil

I am a shy person. But I´m not as shy as when I was in my teenage years. I´ve got over it a little bit, mainly because in my job I learnt how to be a bit more outgoing. I sort of agree with Jason´s opinion that shyness is fear of things not worth being afraid of. Actually I basically believe that shyness stems from being afraid of being rejected or coming across as uncool or something. That is how I´ve been overcoming my shyness.

02:40 PM Apr 30 2012 |

ola33

ola33

Japan

Like a turtle without a shell :)

02:35 PM Apr 30 2012 |

sterlynk

Dominican Republic

i always think that shy person need an oportunity, they need friends not someone that treats bad

02:34 PM Apr 30 2012 |

ola33

ola33

Japan

Ryo, thank you!!!  If i get out of the shell, I’ll never be the same :))) 

02:28 PM Apr 30 2012 |

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