Awkward silences

English Conversation Questions on Awkward silences

• What comes to your mind when you hear the phrase “awkward silence”?
• Have you ever been in a situation where you felt uncomfortable with the silence? Can you describe it?
• Do you think that silence can be a positive thing in some situations? If so, when?
• How do you usually react to awkward silences? Do you try to fill the silence, or do you let it be?
• Have you ever intentionally created an awkward silence? If so, why?
• Do you think that the fear of awkward silences can affect the way people communicate with each other?
• What are some strategies you use to avoid awkward silences?
• Do you think that cultural differences can affect the way people perceive silence?
• Can you think of any situations where an awkward silence might be preferable to conversation?
• What are some ways to break an awkward silence without making the situation worse?
• What is the most awkward silence you have ever experienced?

More English Conversation Questions on Silence

• Do you like silence?
• Comfortable silence
• Uncomfortable silence
• Silence as communication
• Breaking the silence
• Awkward silences