시간과 관련있다는게 아닌 Time is relative😳(발음도 릴레이티브 아님👀🖤)

Summary

In this video, the speaker explains three commonly misused English expressions that, despite their simplicity, can be easily misunderstood without knowing their nuances. The first expression, 'relative', highlights the importance of proper pronunciation and the idea of relativity in different contexts, such as 'time' and 'beauty'. Next, 'a matter of' is discussed, with examples like 'a matter of perspective' and 'a matter of opinion'. Finally, the phrase 'have something to do with' is clarified, demonstrating how it differs from 'related to'. These expressions are essential for mastering everyday English conversations.

Takeaways

• 😀 Correct pronunciation of 'relative' is important. It should be pronounced 're-la-tive', not 're-late-ive'.
• 😀 The word 'relative' refers to something comparative or related to another thing, like 'relatively expensive'.
• 😀 The expression 'It's a matter of perspective' means that how we see something depends on our viewpoint.
• 😀 'It's a matter of opinion' indicates that something depends on individual beliefs or thoughts.
• 😀 'It's a matter of preference' shows that something depends on personal choices, like taste or likes.
• 😀 'It's a matter of priorities' highlights that what we value or prioritize affects the decision or situation.
• 😀 'It's a matter of time' suggests that something is bound to happen eventually, depending on when.
• 😀 'Time is relative' means that how we perceive time can vary depending on the context or situation.
• 😀 'Beauty is relative' implies that beauty standards differ from person to person, depending on cultural and personal views.
• 😀 The expression 'have something to do with' implies a connection to a situation, but not necessarily a direct or obvious one.
• 😀 'It has nothing to do with me' means that something is not related to you at all, while 'it has everything to do with me' means it is completely related to you.

Q & A

What is the correct pronunciation of the word 'relative' in English?

The correct pronunciation of 'relative' is 'rel-uh-tiv,' not 'rel-ay-tiv.'

What does the phrase 'It's all relative' mean?

'It's all relative' means that something's value or significance depends on the context or the point of reference.

How is the word 'relative' used in the context of 'relatively'?

'Relatively' is used to indicate a comparison or degree of something, such as 'relatively expensive,' meaning it is expensive when compared to something else.

What is the difference between 'relate' and 'relative'?

'Relate' means to be connected or associated with something, while 'relative' refers to something that is compared or connected based on context or family relationships.

How can 'I can relate to that' be used in conversation?

'I can relate to that' is used to express empathy or understanding, meaning you share the same feelings or experience as someone else.

What does the phrase 'Time is relative' imply?

'Time is relative' means that the perception of time can change depending on one's circumstances, such as time seeming to move slower at work and faster when having fun.

How is the phrase 'Beauty is relative' understood?

'Beauty is relative' suggests that the concept of beauty varies from person to person and is not universally fixed—what one person finds beautiful may differ from another's perspective.

What is meant by the expression 'It's a matter of perspective'?

'It's a matter of perspective' means that the way something is seen or interpreted depends on the individual's point of view.

When would you use the phrase 'It's just a matter of time'?

'It's just a matter of time' is used to imply that something will inevitably happen, but it is uncertain when exactly.

What does 'Have something to do with it' mean, and how is it different from 'related to'?

'Have something to do with it' means there is some connection or influence, but not necessarily a direct or strong relationship. It differs from 'related to,' which implies a direct and often more substantial connection.