Meals and Mealtimes in the U.S. (2/2) - American Culture & English Vocabulary

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Hello Paul. I'm very happy to know many viewers welcome this new playlist. I do plan to return to more traditional language lessons soon, but I felt these cultural lessons would be beneficial. I enjoy making them. My children are home on school vacation, so they have been sitting and watching me do some of the filming. I decided to include them in this last one. You might hear their voices again. :) Regards!

[@rogerwilloughby6134]

Thanks for your posts, wonderful as always, and I have to say that your kid knows better than me how to set a table

[@Englishwithjennifer]

That's the best thing to hear. To know you're getting new information from the lessons makes me happy!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Downloading and distributing to friends for free is perfectly fine. Thank you for asking, and thank you even more for wanting to share the videos. :) Regards!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Congratulations! Thank you for watching the lesson and posting your words of appreciation. Regards!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you for continuing to follow my lessons. :)

[@jokeryu2001]

I really learned a lot from these serials of video The greatest part in this video is your child who introducing how to set the table with lovely voice. You taught variety of topics that are useful in daily life. Thank you so much. I'm looking forward to see you post another video on KZbin.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

You are very welcome, Tam. Thank you for watching the lesson. I hope you'll also visit my website. Regards!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Some use a tablecloth every day. My grandmother did. I don't like washing and ironing tablecloths, so I find placements to be a good alternative. Place mats (I've seen it written as one word or two, by the way) are indeed common. Stores sell all kinds, formal and informal. I showed you our everyday place mats. They're easy to wipe, so they work well with children.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you for sharing my videos with your students. I hope you'll also visit my WordPress blog for teachers. Warm regards to you all!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you for watching and posting your comment. Regards!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

In the U.S. My hometown is Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Thanks for watching the lesson.

[@ArunGoyal2007]

Lovely two part series. Special kudos to the child at the end of the second part. She gave us a good lesson on table etiquette on what goes where on the table. Has learnt her lessons at the feet of the guru to the point where she is well ahead of the teacher! Superb voice etiquette with the right intonation and pauses. God bless. Deft camera angles managed by hands in love with the object!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you for the kind words. The children know the rules well, but they don't always follow them! Well, they do know how to set the table, so this was not new for them. I wish my daughter would remember to sit up straight at the table, and I wish my son would remember more often to push in his chair at the end of the meal. Overall, they're doing okay. :)

[@Englishwithjennifer]

That's a good question to ask. Yes, it's perfectly fine to talk. Dinner conversation is considered a healthy part of the experience for kids and adults. However, there's a lot of emphasis one being polite. In the U.S., that means not talking with one's mouth full. It also means not interrupting and not arguing at the table. For my children, the challenge is not to be too silly. They love to laugh and make jokes. I tell them, "No super silly behavior."

[@Englishwithjennifer]

I'm happy to hear that, Dennis. Please look in the video description for the link to a post on WordPress. I've been creating additional classroom materials for the Language Notes lessons. Students can also review on their own with the exercises on my website. (If Internet access is limited, you could use the crossword clues simply as quiz prompts.) Kind regards!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

I should add that at large gatherings, there is often a "children's table." This keeps the kids away from the adults. They're usually happier because there's less supervision, and adults are free to talk about whatever they want. :)

[@peterurbina1362]

I am an intermedia level student, and I very appreciate the effort you do for us, is priceless...bendiciones te de Dios

[@StarsSwarms]

I'm sure your daughter will have a great English when going to college. Thanks for all those very good English lesson you give us!

[@awdalysaleh4045]

Really , incredible , inspired , quiet perfect lesson . Thank you so much , I'm happy because I'm got my real American citizen , and I'm A NOBEL LAUREATE OF MEDICINE 2013 , therefore , I've to visit you all . Congrats me .

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you. Please consider visiting my website and checking out the additional resources there. Regards!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Hello. Usually shape goes before color, so "a long-sleeved white shirt" is correct. However, in everyday conversation, many listeners wouldn't view "a white long-sleeved shirt" as unacceptable. Do a search on Google for "order of adjectives" and compare the charts on different sites. They mostly agree. In your other example, the order is correct: color + pattern > blue flowered shirt, yellow polka dot bikini, red striped tie.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Hopefully, future dates will happen with more consideration. I often have my cell phone on mute to avoid distractions. So sorry it didn't work out as expected. Well, at least you learned a few things from this video. For that, I'm glad. Take care!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Obrigada! I'm glad the videos are useful for you. Please also visit my website to review with the help of my exercises.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you for the wonderful support! :)

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you for posting your good wishes. Kind regards!

[@antichikilicuatre]

As always, many, many thanks for your useful lessons. You are the better, Jennifer.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

One reason I chose to start this playlist was because it was the easiest of all the lessons to film with the children home from school on summer vacation. :)

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you. Warm greetings from Boston!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Sleep well. Have a good weekend!

[@carlosdoria9809]

Hi Jennifer. Your lessons are fantastic! We can see clearly your care about all details as far as the videos. Thanks for help us on improving our english skills and congratulations on the awesome work

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Glad to hear that. Kind regards!

[@md19825505]

Hi Jennifer, I must say your videos are really good. I am showing your videos to my students in my school. Since we are not native speakers, your pace of speaking makes it easy to catch and comprehend, specially to my kids. Looking forward for more.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Glad to hear it. I have a lot of ideas I'd like to share. Warm regards!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Yes, it's sad that I can't easily reach English language learners in China. I'm exploring another option to give people in China access to some of my videos. Hopefully, it will work out. Thank you for your support, and please visit my website for more free resources. Kind wishes to you!

[@edsonmotamorais5525]

I´am learning a lot with your videos. You are very kind, very specific and patient. Thanks a lot. Hugs from Brazil

[@thedennisdlky]

Greetings from Malaysia. I've always liked to refer to your videos for my teaching. There are always some useful ideas that I can share with my students. Thanks Jennifer

[@Englishwithjennifer]

I'll pass along the hello. Thank you.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Ha ha. I think many adults in the U.S. have asked the question, "Excuse me. Is that my water glass or yours?" When many glasses, plates, and utensils fill the table, it does get confusing. They kids have mastered setting the table. Staying seated without rocking the chair is another story... :)

[@Englishwithjennifer]

There are different points with which you can connect this video to a classroom lesson. Foods and count/non-count nouns is a good grammar topic to connect to. I have more suggestions on my WordPress blog. Thank you for commenting.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Is eating with the left hand considered "wrong" or "impolite"? Is it like writing with the left hand? There was a time when U.S. schools taught children to write only with their right hands. Today teachers accept writing with either hand.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

There are free KZbin downloaders. Have you tried SaveVid (.com)? Thank you for the kind words. :) Regards!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

You're very welcome. :)

[@ismaesma]

Hi, Jennifer! Great video! You always make such good videos. I really enjoy the topics you choose to talk about. I think they're quite useful. I'm looking forward to watching your next video. Thank you. :)

[@awdalysaleh4045]

You welcome Ms.Jennifer , and you the best , what if they give of truth in turn we learn more .

[@eugenep502]

Those little feet on the stairs at 4:55 were awesome :)

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Hi. Did you have a question about this kind of event?

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Enjoy your meals today! :)

[@abdoamkiye3374]

thank you very much. I've learned many words with expression in real conversations

[@awdalysaleh4045]

You welcome , Ms . Jennifer , it's a promise I'll not forget you all , you and I an American origin and citizen this a truth .

[@MrChinnagaru]

Mam , Its great video. Your way of teaching is fantastic.I am learning many things from your videos.

[@nickm.s2721]

You are the beautiful teacher I've ever known :)

[@salvaristul]

Good job Teacher.You are really good.Thanks a lot.

[@zibertronics]

your lessons are so good

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Hello. Please visit my website for Study Tips and a list of recommended resources. If you join the community forum (it's free), then I can provide more suggestions. Good luck to you!

[@betobetoho]

thank you, its important to know rules of etiquette.

[@borkasiamese4617]

04:55 - say Hello to that little boy :))). thanks for the class!

[@RDR2_Dylan8173]

It is difficult for me to watch you video in China, cause the KZbin and FACEBOOK etc. were blocked by the " fire wall".Although there are many videos about learnning Enlishi on the Internet,I found I like yours only.Hahaha, I think you are a person with high affinity.Now I work as a salesman in a international trade company, I think my level should be improved, especially listening comprehension and spoken English. Glad to meet you in the process of learning English. Have a good time

[@IAmEnoughHere]

You have an adorable child, Jennifer! Hello from Russia!

[@ThuyNguyen-ul2xm]

Thank you so much .Goodnight!

[@awdalysaleh4045]

You welcome to , as you know Ms. Jennifer hen the person stand before a fact or truth his gaining is better than whose don't know any thing . So , you have to assist me to focus my own activities the time is going on .

[@edsonmotamorais5525]

Thanks for the helpful video. I watch your videos almost every day. I also download some to share with my students in a very small city located in northeast of Brazil. As you see my English level is not very good, but I will improve it with your the help of your videos on you tube and web site. Can I ask you something? Could you just say hello to me and my students on your next video.I'd love it

[@wettr]

I love your videos Jenny! :3

[@redice618]

8-A THE BEST CLASS IN THE WORLD

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Thank you.

[@MuhammadEgypt]

Yes. Eating with the left hand is considered bad in Muslims culture. I think it has to do with the prophetic saying: 'O boy, mention the name of God (Before eating), eat with your right hand, and eat from what is near you.” It's part of Muslims etiquette at the table, you know? As in the case when people say grace before eating. Generally speaking, the right hand is preferable when doing things. No wonder, Arabic is written from right to left. :)

[@tuankietufa]

Thank you my teacher

[@MuhammadEgypt]

Is it OK for people to talk while having their meals at the table? Still some parents in Egypt tell their children not to speak at the table while eating.

[@miradan1959]

Thank you!

[@mamalt4472]

Thank you.

[@ThuyNguyen-ul2xm]

Tell me how to download this video.Sometimes I can't download your videos.I love your voice and the way you speak English,Jennifer.

[@TrangDean]

Thank you very much #Teacher Jennifer

[@Englishwithjennifer]

You're welcome!

[@lakshmanankomathmanalath]

great great. thank you.

[@lingyo336]

Thanks a lot for the lesson, Jennifer. I have a question. Some people might prefer eating something after dinner or before going to bed. I am wondering if there is a specific term to describe the meal which is almost near midnight. Thanks a lot!

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Sure. We might say "a midnight snack" or "a late night snack."

[@lingyo336]

Thanks a lot, Jennifer.

[@naser9953]

nice! thanks

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Was she on her phone while you were having dinner? Hope not.

[@ThuyNguyen-ul2xm]

Can you tell me which one is correct? I wonder a bit about the order of the words. CAn we say" a white long -sleeved shirt" or " a long -sleeved white shirt"?Is " a blue flowered shirt" correct?

[@1wordAdayTV]

very useful

[@MuhammadEgypt]

Many Egyptian parents, Muslims I suppose, advise their children not to eat with their left hand. They keep teaching them not to do it. It has to do with religion. Some may argue that it's wrong to force children to do something against their will. I think it's more of a teaching rather than forcing. But again, if a child insists on eating with their left hand, eventually parents accept it.

[@edsonmotamorais5525]

Can I download some of Your videos to share with some friends?

[@WWitheFox]

Thank you ... :)

[@Shinyaquamarine]

Don't you use a tablecloth to cover the table? Are placemats common in America?

[@Money__Matters007]

thanks a lot .i have a question mam what should i do to improve my english speaking skill since i get no chance of practically speaking english with others.i live in pakistan .are there any online sources to help me get out of this again thanks a lot

[@amandacousins928]

What can you bring for Sunday brunch at a neighbor house

[@Englishwithjennifer]

Fruit? A pastry? Flowers?

[@nawraa94]

Banquet

[@kwindow2]

Thank you for your viedoe, I have a question When are yo born?

[@elhaipowpai]

she was on her phone the entire time *sigh* . THIS IS A FAIL i wanna say : i learned this lesson on english class. (teas poon soupoon...) but you helped me a few ;)

[@TheBENABIB]

hi , Your child had forgotten something when he tried to help you , lol kiss.

[@Englishwithjennifer]

They tried their best. :) One talked while the other put the utensils down. They were excited to help.

[@TheBENABIB]

OH ! JE RIGOLE MADAME

[@Englishwithjennifer]

KIB ANZAR :)