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.BBC Learning EnglishThe English We Speak03 April 2012Comfort zoneRob:(ON PHONE) OK Helen, sounds interesting…I’ll be right over.Bye! Helen has something interesting to show me, so I’m off to see it now.(KNOCK ON DOOR)Rob:Err, hi Helen.Helen:Hello Rob.Welcome to my comfort zone.Rob:Your what?Helen:My comfort zone.I’ve made a very comfortable area for relaxing in.Don’t you think it’s relaxing Rob?Rob:Well yes.Nice cushions, a very cosy sofa and soft lighting – but Helen, why did you want to show me this relaxing and comfortable room – are you up to something?Helen:No! You said we were doing a programme about comfort zones – so I decided to make one.Rob:I see.Well we could describe this room as our comfort zone but usually the term refers to how someone feels.Helen:Oh! So it’s not just a place, but a state of mind.Rob:Yes.If someone is in their comfort zone, they feel secure and comfortable, they might even feel in control.Maybe these examples will help to explain more…ExamplesJohn isn’t going for the promotion - he wants to stay in his comfort zone and doesn’t want the extra stress.Jane stays in her comfort zone when booking her holiday and will never travel overseas.Rob:So those examples describe people who are happy doing somethingthey’ve always done.They feel safe and secure.Helen:It sounds like a nice place to be.Rob:It is but it can also imply you won’t take risks and move out of your comfort zone…Helen:…into your un-comfort zone you mean or your non-comfort zone?The English We Speak© British Broadcasting Corporation 2012Page 1 of 2bbclearningEnglish.comRob:Exactly.Listen to these examples…ExamplesSally is dressing outside her usual comfort zone; have you seen the dress she’s wearing Tonight?!Bob’s working outside his comfort zone by agreeing to run the accounts department.Rob:A comfort zone can also describe the ideal temperature of a room.It’s just the right conditions to feel comfortable in – not too hot, not too cold.Helen:Well Rob, I think we’re in just the right comfort zone now.Rob:We are but come on, let’s step outside and get some fresh air.Helen:Sorry Rob, I’m staying in my comfort zone.Mmm, it’s so cosy and I feel so secure here and anyway, it might be raining out there.Rob:You don’t take any chances Helen! Oh well, see you later.Bye.Helen:Bye! Oh this sofa is so comfortable,mmm…The English We Speak© British Broadcasting Corporation 2012Page 2 of 2bbclearningEnglish.com [ Pobierz całość w formacie PDF ]