Common expression phrases

Thank you for everything.

Meaning:

Thank you for everything.

Thank you

Meaning:

This is a simple sentence you can use to thank someone.

Hi! I am [Name]

Meaning:

Here is an informal greeting you can use when you meet new friends. If the person does not tell you their name, you can say your name first.

Nice to meet you.

Meaning:

After you learn each other’s names, it is polite to say this phrase.

Where are you from?

Meaning:

Ask this question to find out which country someone is from.

What do you do?

Meaning:

Most adults ask each other this question when they meet. It means what do you do for a living.

What do you like to do?

Meaning:

Instead of asking for someone’s job title, I prefer to ask what they enjoy doing.

What is your phone number?

Meaning:

If you want to keep in contact with someone you just met, ask this question to find out their phone number.

I really appreciate…

Meaning:

You can also use this phrase to thank someone.

Excuse me.

Meaning:

When you need to get through but there is someone blocking your way, say “Excuse me.”

I am sorry.

Meaning:

Use this phrase to apologize, whether for something big or small.

What do you think?

Meaning:

When you want to hear someone’s opinion on a topic.

How does that sound?

Meaning:

If you suggest an idea or plan, use this phrase to find out what others think.

That sounds great.

Meaning:

If you like an idea, you can respond to “How does that sound?” with this phrase.

(Oh,) never mind.

Meaning:

Let’s say someone does not understand an idea you are trying to explain.

I am learning English.

Meaning:

This simple phrase tells people that English is not your native language.

I do not understand.

Meaning:

Use this phrase when you do not understand what someone means.

Could you repeat that please?

Meaning:

If you would like someone to say a word, question or phrase again, use this question.

Could you please talk slower?

Meaning:

Fast English is hard to understand! This is an easy way to ask someone to speak more slowly.

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