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500 Real English Phrases
500 Real English Phrases
500 Real English Phrases
~ Beginner Phrases ~
Note: The way to respond to Whats up? and Whats new? is typically Not much.
#1 and #2 are used to introduce yourself; #3-#6 are used to introduce someone else.
#9 and #10 can be used as a response to #7 and #8.
You can use these phrases to show the other person that you are listening.
Use #4, #5, #7, and #8 when youre not sure if the other person has the information.
7. Personally, I think/believe...
8. If you ask me...
9. The way I see it...
10. From
my
point
of
view
Note:
Avoid
the
common
error
of
saying
Im
agree
the
correct
phrase
is
I
agree
or
Im
in
agreement
the second one is more formal.
~ Intermediate Phrases ~
9. Im
full.
(=
Im
satisfied)
10. Im stuffed.
(= I ate a LOT, maybe too much!)
~ Advanced Phrases ~
#8 and #9 are rather rude telling the other person to stop inquiring about your life
#6 and #7 express the idea that the person is trying to conserve money, when they have
very little money.
#9 and #10 are used for cautioning someone to wait and not make a bad decision or
take reckless action.
#1, #2, and #3 are used to say something will happen soon.
9. Hes/Shes
so
cute!
10. Your kids are a lot of fun.
15
Comparative
Idioms
1. Its
as
light
as
a
feather.
2. Its
as
dry
as
a
bone.