Search from various English teachers...
Bunch
Please explain this expression "I don't impress easily."
When I checked out the dictionary, the word impress is transitive only.
So I think one must always say "I'm not impressed easily." or "I don't get impressed easily." The passive.
At first, I thought it's just a mistake, but I noticed many seem to say this way.
Sep 6, 2022 1:51 PM
Answers · 3
2
Yes, this is just a colloquial way of saying “I’m not easily impressed.” Another similar phrase is “I (don’t) scare easily.” Which means “I get scared easily.” Or “I don’t get scared easily.”
September 6, 2022
1
I agree with your assessment. It may be heard that way sometimes, but both of your other suggestions are better options.
September 6, 2022
‘I don’t impress easily. ‘ is good but a little informal.
You’re suggestion is close, but the better word order is: ‘I’m not easily impressed.’
September 7, 2022
Still haven’t found your answers?
Write down your questions and let the native speakers help you!
Bunch
Language Skills
English, Korean
Learning Language
English
Articles You May Also Like

Same Word, Different Meaning: American, British, and South African English
12 likes · 11 Comments

How to Sound Confident in English (Even When You’re Nervous)
13 likes · 11 Comments

Marketing Vocabulary and Phrases for Business English Learners
10 likes · 6 Comments
More articles