To break the ice: To do something to make people feel more comfortable and relaxed, especially at the

beginning of a class or a meeting. For example: Let’s start with a fun icebreaker activity to get to know
each other better.

To tune in: To pay attention or listen carefully to something or someone. For example: Please tune in to
the instructions before you start the task.

To catch up: To exchange information or news with someone who you have not seen or spoken to for a
while. For example: Let’s catch up after the class. I want to hear how you are doing.

To hang up: To end a phone call or a video call by disconnecting. For example: Don’t hang up yet. I have
one more thing to tell you.

To put on hold: To delay or postpone something until a later time or date. For example: We have to put
our project on hold until we get more information from the client.

A piece of cake: An idiom that means something is very easy or simple to do. For example: This quiz is a
piece of cake. I can finish it in 10 minutes.

To be on the same page: An idiom that means to have the same understanding or agreement about
something. For example: Are we on the same page about the deadline? We need to submit our work by
Friday.

To think outside the box: An idiom that means to use creativity or imagination to solve a problem or find
a new idea. For example: We need to think outside the box if we want to impress our teacher with our
presentation.

To cut someone some slack: An idiom that means to give someone more freedom, leniency, or time,
especially when they are having difficulties or making mistakes. For example: Please cut me some slack.
I’m trying my best to learn this new software.

To hit the books: An idiom that means to study hard or prepare for an exam. For example: I have to hit
the books tonight. I have a big test tomorrow.
To greet the participants and start the class, you can say: Hello everyone, welcome to our virtual class. I
hope you are all doing well. My name is [your name] and I am your [teacher/trainer/facilitator] for today.

To introduce the topic and objectives of the class, you can say: Today we are going to talk about [topic].
By the end of this class, you will be able to [objectives].

To check the audio and video quality, you can say: Can you hear me clearly? Can you see my screen?
Please let me know if you have any technical issues.

To ask for feedback or questions, you can say: How do you feel about [topic]? Do you have any questions
or comments? Please raise your hand or type in the chat box if you want to speak.

To encourage participation and interaction, you can say: I would like to hear from you. What do you think
about [topic]? Please share your opinions or experiences with the group. You can also use polls, quizzes,
or breakout rooms to make the class more engaging.

To manage time and transitions, you can say: We have [time] left for this activity. Please wrap up your
discussion and come back to the main room. Let’s move on to the next topic. We are going to take a
short break now. Please come back in [time].

To summarize and end the class, you can say: Let’s review what we have learned today. We have covered
[topics] and achieved [objectives]. Do you have any final questions or feedback? Thank you for your
participation and attention. I hope you enjoyed the class and learned something new. See you next time.