The scale asks people the extent to which they would be accepting of each group (a score of 1.00 for a group is taken to indicate no social distance): As close relatives by marriage (i.e., as the legal spouse of a close relative) (score 1.00)
1 That's not a bad day, it's atrocious. 2  Spanking: The only socially-acceptable way to incorporate spanking into a polite conversation is to use it instead of the word good.. 3  Transcendent: If you say something is awesome, you're saying it inspires fear or awe in you.
Find native English speakers. In certain areas it's the hardest thing to do, but it's the best use of your time. Talking to actual native speakers is the most effective way to improve your English skills, speaking or otherwise. So whether you have to Skype them, call them, or beg them to speak to you, do so.