Claudio Ranieri arriving at Watford's training ground

Reflect on the significance of short responses like 'Yeah' and 'So' in communication.

• They simplify conversations

• They can indicate emotional states

• They are often used to fill silence

• They are less meaningful than longer responses

In what situations might someone use 'So' at the beginning of a statement?

• To summarize

• To ask a question

• To express doubt

• To change the topic