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Introduction
Neil and Georgie have a real conversation in easy English about being grumpy – when you're feeling irritated and negative. Learn how to talk about what mood you are in, what makes Neil grumpy and what Georgie does to cheer herself up!
Vocabulary
grumpy
easily annoyed, negative
in a bad mood
grumpy, slightly angry or irritated
in a good mood
happy, positive
cheerful
happy in an obvious, visible way
cheer (yourself) up
make yourself feel happier
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