How to talk about the future in English

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HOW TO TALK ABOUT THE FUTURE

It’s going to happen (quite / very) soon.

..will happen in our lifetimes

All right, I’ll get on it.

Any second / minute / day now,

Are you doing anything tomorrow?

As soon as I can.

Before long,

Busy tomorrow?

Economic recovery is just around the corner.

Eventually,…

Everything Tom predicted came true.

Go outside first thing in the morning when you wake up

Got any plans for tomorrow?

Have you got anything on tomorrow?

Have you got anything planned for tomorrow

How’s tomorrow looking?

I can’t predict what’ll happen.

I can’t wait until…

I’ll do it later.

I’ll do it right away.

I’ll do my best.

I’m (really / so) looking forward to..

I’m (really) dreading…

I’m counting the days till…

I’m saving up to…

I’m trying to put off… as long as I can

I’ve set my heart on…

In (just) a few minutes..

In (just) a moment / minute..

In the distant future, the sun will disappear.

In the near future…

It was bound to happen sooner or later.

Not long now.

One day, I’m going to have to…

Paul does a pretty good job of forecasting the weather.

Someday people will live on mars.

Sooner or later I’ll get round to…

Sooner or later.

The children are counting the days to Christmas.

The elections are just around the corner.

The first cuts in our budget are a sign of things to come.

This study foreshadows great changes in our system of education.

Time will tell.

Tina’s prediction proved true.

We’re planning to move in the near future.

What are you doing tomorrow?

What results do you anticipate?

What’s happening tomorrow?

What’s on the cards for tomorrow?

What’s your plan for tomorrow?

 

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How to describe a picture in English

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HOW TO DESCRIBE A PICTURE

At the top / At the bottom there is …

Behind / In front of … you can see …

Between … there is …

Both pictures depict ..

During the day, at night, in the evening, in the winter, after school …

From my point of view

He could be …ing

I (don’t) like the picture because …

I can see…

I don´t know the word for it, but…

I don´t know what it is called

I like / I don´t like the picture because….

I think (that)

In both pictures…

In my opinion,

In the foreground/background there is …

In the foreground/background you can see …

In the middle/centre there are …

It can/could/might be a scene of…

It dates from…

It is addressed to …. It aims at + BVing

It is obvious that the artist wants to criticise / express / show …

It makes me think of …

It might be a …

It might be a symbol of …

It represents

It seems as if …

It symbolises…

It was drawn / painted / taken / made by… (+ auteur)

It was published in 2014.

It was taken by/in …

It’s a black-and-white/coloured photo

It’s a kind / a sort of…

It’s an advertisement for…

It’s not very clear but, probably…

It’s used for…

It’s what you do when you…

Maybe / Perhaps…

Maybe it’s a…

On the left/right there are …

The atmosphere is relaxing/peaceful/depressing

The issue raised is …

The lady / The man seems to …

The photo was taken by…

The photo/picture shows a landscape

The picture is composed of two parts.

The problem illustrated here is …

The scene takes place in the street, at school….

There are two main characters

There is / there are…

This document is a painting, a map…

To conclude / as a conclusion….

What I mean…

What I´m trying to say…

 

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English useful phrases: Expressing Disappointment

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EXPRESSING DISAPPOINTMENT

What a shame!

Are you disappointed with me?

But what good will it do?

Disappointment was written in his face.

Her disappointment was visible.

Her hopes were dashed

How disappointing!

I had high hopes for …

I had hoped that I’d be able to meet him.

I thought he could do better.

I was so looking forward to …

I wish that someone had let me know.

I’m disappointed in you, Paul.

I’m disappointed in your decision, but I respect it.

I’d very much hoped that I’d be able to meet him.

I’d very much hoped that I’d get selected this time.

I’m disappointed in him.

I’m sorry to hear that.

I’ve never been so disappointed in my life.

It was an absolute waste of money.

It wasn’t as good as I thought it would be.

It’s a great shame.

It’s a little bit disappointing, isn’t it!

It’s most unfortunate.

It’s very upsetting that this has happened.

Lady Gaga announced her retirement, much to the dismay of her fans.

Oh dear! I’ve spilt the milk.

Oh no, what a letdown!

Oh no, what a shame!

Oh well, never mind.

Oh, damn!

Oh, dear! What fools we were!

Oh, no!

Oh, no! Not again!

Oh, that’s a nuisance!

Paul, now utterly disheartened, abandoned his project altogether.

That stinks.

That’s so disappointing!

That’s too bad.

That’s a great pity.

That’s a pity.

The failure to get the job came as a blow.

Things always go wrong.

Tina’s disappointment was apparent.

Unfortunately, I couldn’t reach there in time.

What we had been led to expect was …

What’s the point of giving a party now?

When I think of it!

You look so sad.

 

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English useful phrases: Traveling by car

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TRAVELING BY CAR

This car is easy to handle.

Be careful, there is a no-entry sign.

Fasten your seat belt.

Follow this road.

Go straight on.

He was fined for speeding.

I have passed my driving test.

I have to fill up the tank.

Make a right turn at the stop sign.

Signal. / Indicate.

Start the engine.

Take the first Cardiff exit.

The traffic is clear.

Turn right / left.

CAR SHARING

Looking for a lift?

Roadtogether.com is a car share website.

Do you have a spare seat in your car?

Save money and petrol!

Why not share travel expenses?

AT THE GARAGE

My car has broken down.

Check the tyres / the battery.

I have got a puncture.

Please check the oil level.

Please check the water level.

Please switch the engine off.

The battery is flat.

The car has run out of petrol / gas.

The engine won’t start.

USEFUL WORDS

Drive off

Get pulled over

Have a near miss

Pull over

Slam the brakes on

Slow down

Speed up

Step on it

 

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Useful expressions used at the Airport ✈️

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AT THE AIRPORT ✈️

When does the next plane for London leave?

Can you confirm the time of arrival?

Can you confirm the time of departure?

Do you have any bags to check?

Everyone has to go through airport security before boarding the plane.

Fasten your seat belts, please.

Flight 800 is now boarding.

Here’s your boarding pass. (boarding pass = the paper that permits you to enter the plane)

How much luggage can I take on board?

If you leave your luggage unattended, it will be confiscated.

Immediate boarding gate 3.

Is the plane due to leave on lime?

Is there a flight to New York this evening?

Only one piece of hand luggage is allowed.

Please make your way to gale 78.

Show your boarding pass.

The 1456 flight from Chicago is on time.

The flight has been delayed.

This is the final call for flight 800.

This is the final call for flight BA476

Tum off your cell phone on the plane.

What airline are you flying with?

What is the purpose of your trip?

Where is the duty-free shop?

Would you like a window seat or an aisle seat? (aisle = corridor)

Your flight has been canceled.

Your flight has been delayed.

Your flight leaves from gate 15.

Your seat number is 8F.

 

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Essential travel phrases 🌎

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ESSENTIAL TRAVEL PHRASES 🗺

Hello

Goodbye

Good evening

Good morning

Good night

How are you?

I’m well, and you?

Good, thanks

Excuse me, where are the toilets?

Excuse me

You’re welcome

Yes

No

I’m sorry

Pardon me.

Perfect, thanks!

Please

Thank you

Thank you so much.

Sorry!

Entrance

Exit

A day ticket please.

Are there any public toilets nearby?

At what time does the flight number 12345 leave?

Airport

Bus stop

Train station

Do you have the Wifi?

Can I have some water?

Can I take this on board with me?

Can you help me, please?

Could we have the bill please?

Could you repeat (that), please?

Could you speak more slowly, please?

Do you have a room available?

Do you speak English?

How does it work for the WIFI?

How much does that cost?

How much is the hot dog?

I don’t speak English very well. .

I don’t understand.

I don’t eat…

I don’t feel well

I don’t understand

I have a reservation.

I lost my passport in the train. What should I do?

I need a doctor

I would like to book room for two nights.

I’ll be here for 5 nights.

I’ll have a glass of coke. Thanks.

I’m a vegetarian

I’m going to take the pizza.

Is it possible to change my seat?

Is the tip included?

May I see the menu?

Sorry, could you repeat please? I didn’t get it. / I didn’t understand.

the bill, please

What’s your name?

Which bus should I take to go to the city center?

Which floor is it?

Call the police!

Water

Beer

Wine

Right

Left

Turn left

Turn right

Straight ahead

When?

Where is…?

Where is the subway?

Where is the bathroom?

Where is breakfast served?

Where can I get a ticket?

Where’s the gate 6?

Where’s the bus station?

Which bus do I take to get to Merridown?

Can you get there by bus?

How frequent are the buses?

Is it direct?

What time is the last bus?

This seat is taken.

SAY THAT YOUR TRIP WENT BADLY

My flight was overbooked. (overbooked = there were too many passengers and not enough seats)

My flight was delayed/canceled.

My luggage was lost.

I was jet-lagged. (= I felt tired because of the time zone difference between my origin and destination)

My hotel was in a seedy area. (seedy = possibly unsafe)

I was mugged. (= I was robbed on the street)

The weather was miserable.

I got the runs. (= diarrhea)

The place was a tourist trap. (= made only for tourists; not authentic)

I couldn’t wait to get back home.

TALKING ABOUT TRAVEL

Have you been abroad?

Do you prefer travelling by car or by plane?

Have you ever hitchhiked?

How much luggage do you usually carry?

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Useful English phrases: Luck and misfortune

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LUCK AND MISFORTUNE

Good luck!

As luck would have it…

As luck would have it…

Better luck next time.

Fortunately, / Luckily,

He’s down on his luck.

It must be your lucky day!

It’s a good thing (that)..

It’s just as well…

It’s lucky…

It’s very/most fortunate (that)…

Just my luck!

Lucky you!

No such luck.

Some people have all the luck.

That was a close thing / near miss

That was a stroke of luck.

That was a stroke of luck.

What rotten luck!

You lucky thing!

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Everyday expressions in English: Poverty and wealth

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POVERTY AND WEALTH

He’s short on cash.

He makes minimum wage. (= he earns the minimum salary)

He’s broke. (= he has no money)

He’s just scraping by. (= he is just barely surviving on little money)

He’s pinching pennies.

He’s scrimping and saving.

His bank account is overdrawn.

She inherited a fortune.

She’s filthy rich.

She’s loaded.

She’s making a killing.

She’s quite well-off.

She’s raking in the cash.

She’s rolling in dough.

She’s very wealthy.

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Talking about statistics / presenting a graph in English

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TALKING ABOUT STATISTICS / PRESENTING A GRAPH

The crime rate rose.

A slow but steady recovery for the Japanese economy is expected.

A steep drop in price occurred in 2006 when volumes of imports dropped dramatically.

China is the only major auto market still growing despite the global economic slowdown.

Despite a slight decline in the last few years, the number of motor vehicle thefts in Canada remains high.

Price fluctuations may affect the Company’s results.

Rates have plateaued in the last 5 years.

The crime rate dropped.

The EESC calls for a massive reduction of oil demand in Europe.

the gradual rise in the proportion of older people is expected to intensify

The sharp increase in food prices threatens to become a grave crisis.

The unemployment rate went up.

The world prices of coffee and tea have plummeted during the last decade.

There was a slight decrease in their income.

There was a spike in demand.

We reached a peak in 1984 in terms of agricultural production.

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Useful English phrases: Facial expressions

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FACIAL EXPRESSIONS

She was beaming.

He looked puzzled.

He winced when the doctor gave him an injection.

Her expression was unreadable.

His eyes were glazed over.

She blushed.

She gave me a dirty look.

She grinned.

The kids were smiling from ear to ear.

Why the long face?

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