Why We Say “OK”

B2 – Upper Intermediate

We say ‘OK’ to express agreement, acceptance, understanding and many other positive responses. It is interesting to know that the most widely used word in the English language actually started as an editorial joke.

Let’s watch the video and find out more about the origin of ‘OK’.

Discussion Questions:

  1. What is the origin of the abbreviation ‘OK’?
  2. How did the past American re-electionist president use it to his advantage?
  3. How did the invention of telegraph transformed the word ‘OK’ from a slang to a formal word?
  4. What expression do you often use to express agreement?
  5. What are your favorite Spanish and English words and why?
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