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Utterance

usgb/ˈʌtərəns/Volume
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Context Matters

Understand the situation to interpret an utterance correctly, as the meaning often depends on context.

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Her utterance, 'I'm fine,' meant she was upset, considering the context.
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Tone of Voice

Tone can change the meaning of an utterance, so listen to how something is said, not just the words.

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His utterance, 'That's great,' sounded sarcastic.
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Cultural Nuances

Utterances can carry cultural subtext; learn common phrases and their implications in different cultures.

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In some cultures, the utterance 'It's nothing' means 'Thank you.'
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