In this episode of the Business English Podcast, Lindsay and Aubrey discuss the common misunderstanding of the question "How did you find it?" in American English. They clarify that it usually refers to how someone discovered something, rather than their opinion of it. They explore context clues, intonation, and alternative phrases like "How did you come across it?" and "How on earth did you find it?" to help listeners differentiate between the literal meaning and the less common usage for asking opinions. The episode includes a role play demonstrating the correct usage in a business context, emphasizing the importance of clarity and avoiding potential misinterpretations.
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