Legal
adjective
Commonality Score: 1 (very common)
Translations
Arabic: قانوني
Chinese (Mandarin): 法律的
French: Légal
German: Gesetzlich
Hindi: कानूनी
Japanese: 法的な
Korean: 법적인
Polish: Legalny
Portuguese: Legal
Russian: Законный
Spanish: Legal
Thai: ถูกกฎหมาย
Turkish: Yasal
Vietnamese: Hợp pháp
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Definition/s
- Pertaining to or based on the law: Relating to legal systems, rules, or practices.
- Authorised or permitted by law: Complying with legal statutes or regulations.
- Related to lawyers or the profession of law: Involving legal practitioners or legal advice.
Examples
- The company ensured that all its contracts were legal and binding.
- Driving without a license is not legal in most countries.
- She sought legal advice before signing the agreement.
Legally
adverb
Commonality Score: 2 (common)
Translations
Arabic: قانونياً
Chinese (Mandarin): 合法地
French: Légalement
German: Gesetzlich / Legalerweise
Hindi: कानूनी रूप से
Japanese: 法的に
Korean: 법적으로
Polish: Legalnie
Portuguese: Legalmente
Russian: Законно
Spanish: Legalmente
Thai: อย่างถูกกฎหมาย
Turkish: Yasal olarak
Vietnamese: Một cách hợp pháp
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Definition/s
- In a manner that conforms to the law: Following the rules or statutes established by a legal system.
- From a legal perspective: Relating to how laws interpret or classify actions or situations.
Examples
- The company operates legally in all the countries where it has offices.
- He is legally allowed to drive now that he has obtained his license.
- They questioned whether the property had been acquired legally.
What are Openers?
- Openers are conversation starters you will use to participate in a discussion. They come in three forms:
1. Open Questions
- Ask an open question and understand your conversation partners’s views.
- Make sure to ask follow ups, and remember: this is a conversation, not an interview!
2. Stories
- Tell a personal story. Something that has happened to you, or somebody you know.
- Or tell us about something that you have done or seen.
- Your conversation partners must then follow up with you or reciprocate with their own stories.
3. Opinions
- Share an opinion about something that the content has inspired.
- Respectfully identify any agreement or disagreement there is in the room.
What are Openers?
- Openers are conversation starters you will use to participate in a discussion. They come in three forms:
1. Open Questions
- Ask an open question and understand your conversation partners’s views.
- Make sure to ask follow ups, and remember: this is a conversation, not an interview!
2. Stories
- Tell a personal story. Something that has happened to you, or somebody you know.
- Or tell us about something that you have done or seen.
- Your conversation partners must then follow up with you or reciprocate with their own stories.
3. Opinions
- Share an opinion about something that the content has inspired.
- Respectfully identify any agreement or disagreement there is in the room.
The Skinny
You’ve been asked to brief a senior executive (the “boss”) on a key issue from a recent business news event. This person is busy and relies on you to give them insight, not headlines.
You have 60–90 seconds to deliver a concise, high-value update tailored to their concerns and communication preferences.
1. Read the boss profile carefully.
- Who are they?
- What do they care about?
- What do they not want to hear?
2. Stick to their focus.
- What part of the story matters most to them?
- Don’t explain everything—prioritise.
3. Use business English.
- Be clear, precise, and professional.
- Avoid informal or emotional language.
Two Papal Styles: Clerical vs. Pastoral
Not all popes lead the same way. Some focus more on rules and tradition, while others focus on care and connection. These two styles are often called clerical and pastoral.
Understanding the difference can help us see why Pope Francis felt so different from past leaders—and why some people loved his style while others disagreed with it.
Understanding the difference can help us see why Pope Francis felt so different from past leaders—and why some people loved his style while others disagreed with it.
🟣 Clerical Style
- Focuses on rules, tradition, and Church authority
- Speaks with clear, firm direction
- Keeps strong boundaries between Church leaders and members.
Example: A clerical pope might defend strict Church teachings on family or sacraments.
🟢 Pastoral Style
- Focuses on compassion, listening, and inclusion
- Tries to meet people where they are.
- Emphasises mercy over judgment.
Example: A pastoral pope might welcome divorced people or support migrants and the poor.
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