Responsible
adjective
Commonality Score: 1 (very common)
Translations
Arabic: مسؤول
Chinese (Mandarin): 负责的 / 有责任的
French: responsable
German: verantwortlich / zuständig
Hindi: जिम्मेदार
Japanese: 責任のある (せきにんのある)
Korean: 책임이 있는
Polish: odpowiedzialny
Portuguese: responsável
Russian: ответственный
Spanish: responsable
Thai: รับผิดชอบ
Turkish: sorumlu
Vietnamese: có trách nhiệm
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Definition/s
- Having an obligation to do something or take care of someone or something.
- Being the cause of something.
- Having good judgment and being able to act independently and reliably.
Examples
- Parents are legally responsible for their children’s welfare.
- The company is responsible for the safety of its employees.
- He is a highly responsible individual and takes his duties seriously.
Responsibly
adverb
Commonality Score: 2 (common)
Translations
Arabic: بمسؤولية
Chinese (Mandarin): 负责任地 / 有责任心地
French: de manière responsable
German: verantwortungsvoll
Hindi: जिम्मेदारी से
Japanese: 責任を持って (せきにんをもって)
Korean: 책임감 있게
Polish: odpowiedzialnie
Portuguese: responsavelmente
Russian: ответственно
Spanish: responsablemente
Thai: อย่างมีความรับผิดชอบ
Turkish: sorumlu bir şekilde
Vietnamese: một cách có trách nhiệm
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Definition/s
- In a way that shows accountability, reliability, or good judgment.
Examples
- She acted responsibly by reporting the issue to her supervisor.
- Drivers must behave responsibly to ensure road safety.
- The company works responsibly, considering the environmental impact of its operations.
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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