Practical English expressions organized by everyday situations. Select Listen for browser-supported English speech.
Introducing yourself
Phrase 1: Hello, my name is Alex.
Phrase 2: Nice to meet you.
Meeting someone
Phrase 1: How are you doing?
Phrase 2: It is great to meet you.
Asking for help
Phrase 1: Could you help me, please?
Phrase 2: I would appreciate your assistance.
Making a request
Phrase 1: Could you please repeat that?
Phrase 2: Would you mind speaking more slowly?
Giving opinions
Phrase 1: In my opinion, this is useful.
Phrase 2: I think we should try another approach.
Agreeing and disagreeing
Phrase 1: I completely agree with you.
Phrase 2: I see your point, but I disagree.
At a restaurant
Phrase 1: Could I see the menu, please?
Phrase 2: May I have the bill, please?
At the airport
Phrase 1: Where is the check-in counter?
Phrase 2: Is this the gate for flight 204?
At work
Phrase 1: Could we arrange a short meeting?
Phrase 2: I will send you the report today.
Shopping
Phrase 1: How much does this cost?
Phrase 2: Do you have this in a different size?
On the phone
Phrase 1: May I speak to the manager?
Phrase 2: Could you call me back later?
Thanking and apologizing
Phrase 1: Thank you for your help.
Phrase 2: I am sorry for the inconvenience.
Asking for directions
Phrase 1: How do I get to the station?
Phrase 2: Is it within walking distance?
Making plans
Phrase 1: Are you free this weekend?
Phrase 2: Let us meet at three o’clock.
Talking about feelings
Phrase 1: I am excited about the opportunity.
Phrase 2: I feel a little nervous today.
Clarifying information
Phrase 1: What do you mean by that?
Phrase 2: Could you give me an example?