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He study English really hard so I’ll give it up for him for persisteence Does this sound natural?
- English (US)
A little unnatural
He studied English really hard so I praised him for his persistence.
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Is “ give it up for” awkward in this situation?
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A little unnatural
@ljh30403 Yes, it was awkward in this particular situation. I also tried to replace it with "applauded" but it did not come across natural either.
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A little unnatural
You mainly hear "give it up for" used during TV shows or Ceremonies where audiences are being directed to clap after someone is announced.
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