How to make a good first impression - BBC Learning English 6 Minute English

BBC Learning English - 6 minute English TOPIC: Face and First Impression Can we trust our first impressions? Scientist Alexander Todorov believes that very often our first impressions are wrong. Neil and Rob take a second look and teach you six items of useful vocabulary in this episode of 6 Minute English. #This week’s question: How long does it takes to form a first impression about someone’s face? A. Under one second B. One second C. Six seconds Listen to the programme to find out the answer. #Vocabulary - First impression: the idea or opinion of someone or something you make after a very short time - Trustworthy (adj): able to be trusted - Extroverted (adj): (of a person) happy and enjoying being with others - Attributes (N): qualities - Perception (N): opinion based on how things appear - To go with your gut: make a decision based on feelings