Express English: Dating 约会
What’s your ideal date?
Some people in London said:
"Somebody who I can just talk to, have an interesting conversation. If you just click with anybody and you're able to have a sensible, adult conversation of course - that would be an ideal date. Especially a candlit dinner! Now we're talking."
"That's really hard. I don't know actually. Maybe something… I think we'd stay at home and the guy would make me dinner, if he could cook."
"I think my ideal date would just be at home. Maybe me cooking a meal, impressing someone that I was trying to impress, maybe. I really like to cook and I really like people when they enjoy my food, so I'd really like just a very simple night at home."
Did you know…?
Fact
Surprisingly, a 2008 survey found that the UK is most romantic country in Europe. 70% of Britons said that they were in love, and over 80% believe in everlasting love.
Language tip
If a British says they 'fancy' someone, it means they find them attractive.
Cultural tip
If you 'fancy' a British person try not to be too pushy when asking them out on a date. Being persistant is not usually seen as romantic, but as aggressive or desperate - neither of which is attractive!