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English Functions and Phrases
When dividing most common English phrases into topics, it is wise to know how important it is to learn what a “language function” is. Namely, functions in English are phrases used to express a specific purpose. They are different from phrases based on a topic, because they are much more general, and can be used in any situation. Let me give you the list of most commonly used English functions : Asking for and giving opinions Explaining and justifying Asking … Read entire article »
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Common Phrases in Tourism
Watch my fav cartoon and jot down the most commonly used phrases a tourist might find useful! Let me start with… Good morning… Could you tell me the shortest route to… … Read entire article »
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Practise Expressing Likes in English
Why not use the most common phrases to inquire about or express liking in English, while watching this video ? You can practise writing by posting your answers in the comments or you … Read more »
Common Phrases to Express Likes in English
One of the most favoured topics is talking about likes and interests. Now, when it comes to … Read more »
Expressions of Agreement in English
Agreement expressions in English are often used. It’s not enough simply to say “yes” or “no”, you’ll … Read more »
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Asking For and Giving Opinions - English Language Function
In one of the previous posts about a difference between functions and phrases, I listed some functions … Read more »
English Functions and Phrases
When dividing most common English phrases into topics, it is wise to know how important it is … Read more »
How to Interrupt in English?
Here comes a list of phrases which you can use when you want to interrupt someone in … Read more »
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Invitation Phrases in English
If you’d like to invite your friend or a colleague to some nice place, you can use the following most commonly used phrases: (F) Would you be so kind to join me… (F) I would like to invite you to… (SF) Would you like to join me/us … ? (SF) Do you want to go to … with me ? (I) Why don’t you… ? (I) … Read entire article »
EFL ESL Small Talk Phrases
Have you ever been in an awkqward situation because you didn’t know what to say to a business partner or a colleague from abroad, just because you were afraid to speak in English ? Maybe nobody taught any “small talk” phrases ? Well, it’s time for you to see how simple they are: Let me list the commonly used small talk … Read entire article »
How to Say Thank You in English ?
You can use a few different phrases to say thank you in English : (F) Thank you very much indeed. (F) That was very kind of you. (F) I really appreciate this/what you’ve done. (SF) I can’t thank you enough. (SF) Thank you so much. (SF) Thank you for all your help. (I) Thanks (a lot/very much)! (I) Thanks a bunch. … Read entire article »
Phone Greetings in English
So, you’re about to talk to your friends, colleagues or business partners in English on the phone, but you are not sure how to start a conversation. Let me give you a few useful phrases most commonly used when you have: to identify the person you are talking to: (F) Could I speak to Mark, please ? (I) Is that Mark ? Can I … Read entire article »
Useful Phrases When Writing Postcards
Whether you need to write a postcard online or offline, it’s useful to have a list of various greetings, most commonly used: Hi, + name Hello + name Dear + name — Lovely weather! Great beaches! Beautiful people/men/women! Delicious food! — Take care! All the best! Best regards! See you + next week/month … Read entire article »
How to Express Hopes and Plans in English
A few simple phrases will help you express your hopes and plans: I’m going to + infinitive I’m hoping to + infinitive I’m planning to + infinitive I’m thinking of + verb-ing Watch this video and tell me your own hopes and plans for the future! … Read entire article »
Expressing Preferences in English
The most common phrases to express preferences in English are as follows: F: ”I tend to prefer -ing… to -ing… ” or “I tend to prefer X to Y” e.g. I tend to prefer learning English to learning Spanish. F: I’m (rather) more interested in X than Y e.g. X= politics, Y= music, She is more interested in politics than music. SF: I much prefer … Read entire article »
Expressing Disagreement in English
If you need a list of phrases to help you express disagreement, let me list the most commonly used expressions. As usual, F stands for “formal” , SF for “semi-formal” and I for “informal” register, as in the post about agreement phrases. F: I disagree entirely. F: I wouldn’t go along with you. SF: I’m afraid I disagree. SF: I tend to disagree with that. SF: … Read entire article »
Fun Ways to Express What Someone Looks Like
Listen to this funny video and try to continue the conversation using the phrases listed: You look like an angel You look like an owl You look like an American tourist You look like a drowned rat You look like a fish out of water You look like the cat that ate/swallowed the canary … Read entire article »
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