#379 Kind or Nice? What's the Difference?

#379 Kind or Nice? What's the Difference?

Author: Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com May 14, 2026 Duration: 17:56

Today, we're going to talk about two very common words in English: kind and nice.

Many students think they mean the same thing. And yes, sometimes they are similar. But there is a small difference.

A nice person is pleasant, polite, and friendly.

Get the transcript here: https://speakenglishpodcast.com/379-kind-or-nice-whats-the-difference/


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