What to Say After “Happy New Year” | Real American English l EP. 93

Описание: 🎉 What to Say After “Happy New Year” | Real American English Conversation

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In this lesson, we go beyond just saying “Happy New Year” — and teach you the real phrases Americans actually use to keep New Year conversations flowing naturally in everyday life.

💬 What You’ll Learn in This Video

✔ What to say after “Happy New Year”
✔ Real American English small talk
✔ Polite workplace greetings for January
✔ Natural expressions for friends & coworkers
✔ Vocabulary like bubbly, hangover, toast, ring in the new year
✔ Real conversation role play
✔ Pronunciation practice & repeat-after-me sections

This video is perfect for English learners who want to use real, everyday expressions — not textbook phrases — for holiday conversations and New Year small talk.

📌 Key Vocabulary from the lesson

🗓 New Year’s Eve – December 31st
☀️ New Year’s Day – January 1st
🥂 Ring in the new year – to celebrate the moment the new year begins
🍾 Bubbly – sparkling wine or champagne
🤕 Nursing a hangover – slowly recovering after drinking too much
🎉 Throw a party – to host or organize a party

💡 Useful Expressions You’ll Hear in the Video

Can you believe it’s already 2026?

I’m not ready for this year yet.

Hope the new year is off to a good start.

Back to reality already?

I’m taking things one step at a time.

New year, same me.

Try these phrases with friends, coworkers, or classmates after Christmas and in early January 🇺🇸

🎭 Role Play Example (From the Video)

A: Happy New Year! Can you believe it’s already 2026?
B: I know, right? I’m not ready for this year yet.
A: Same. I’m just hoping for a calmer year.
B: Sounds good — I’m taking things one step at a time.

❓ Cultural Tips

✨ Americans often talk about feelings and experiences — not just memorized greetings
✨ Small talk after holidays is a great way to connect with others
✨ Humor (like “New year, same me”) shows a relaxed style

✍️ Practice & Download

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📥 Free PDF summary workbook available below 👇
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1s8Kw...]

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