10 Essential Verbs for Meetings - Business English Vocabulary

This video lesson, led by Derek, introduces 10 essential verbs for business meetings. Each verb is explained with its meaning and usage, followed by example sentences. The lesson encourages viewers to practice the sentences and provides tips for using similar verbs. The verbs covered include 'run through', 'address', 'consider', 'bring up', 'move on', 'add', 'clarify', 'comment', 'rush', and 'wrap up'. The lesson aims to enhance vocabulary for effective communication in professional settings.

What does the verb 'run through' mean in the context of a meeting?

• To end a discussion

• To start a new topic

• To skip over details

• To quickly review or explain something

Which verb is often used with 'issue' or 'problem' to indicate starting to solve it?

• Rush

• Bring up

• Address

• Consider

What does 'consider' mean in a business context?

• To quickly decide

• To ignore options

• To think carefully before deciding

• To finalize a decision

What does 'bring up' mean in a meeting?

• To conclude a topic

• To summarize the discussion

• To mention or start discussing a subject

• To agree on a point

What is the purpose of the verb 'clarify' in a meeting?

• To make something more confusing

• To finalize a decision

• To make something clearer or easier to understand

• To change the subject

What does the verb 'rush' imply in decision-making?

• To ignore the decision

• To delay a decision

• To decide too quickly

• To take ample time

What does 'wrap up' mean in the context of a meeting?

• To summarize the meeting

• To start a new topic

• To finish the meeting

• To pause the meeting