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Useful english phrases: Changing your mind

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Useful english phrases: Changing your mind

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CHANGING YOUR MIND
(Actually,) I’ve changed my mind. /  I’ve had a change of heart.
After further consideration…
Come to think of it…
Did I really say that?
Hang on a minute / a second.
I’ve had a bit of a rethink.
On reflection…
On second thoughts…
What was I thinking?

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How to express your intentions in English

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How to express your intentions in English

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EXPRESS YOUR INTENTIONS
By all means / in any way
Did you mean to… ?
How do you intend to… ?
I didn’t mean to hurt/offend you.
I didn’t mean to. / It was unintentional. / I didn’t do it on purpose.
I don’t have the slightest intention of…
I don’t mind…
I fully intend to…
I have every intention of…
I intend to…
I intended no harm.
I mean…
I wouldn’t mind…
I’m not going to… / I have no intention of…
I’m not prepared to…
I’m not thinking of…
I’m willing to…
I’ve set my mind/sights on…
It was not my intent to break something.
It’s the thought that counts
No matter what / At all costs
Nothing is further from my mind.
She’s determined to stay here, she’s intent on staying here.
To be well-/ill- intentioned, to have good/bad intentions
What are your intentions?
What do you intend to do?
With a view to doing sth

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Shopping for Clothes: useful expressions

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Shopping for Clothes: useful expressions

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GETTING DRESSED
Go and get dressed.
Blue is your colour!
He is wearing a green coat.
I’m going to get dressed / get undressed.
It matches the colour of your shoes.
My dress size is 10.
This really fits you.
What is your dress size?
You look great in that dress.
You should try it on.
IN A CLOTHES SHOP
Can I try this on?
Do you do alterations?
I’d like to take up this shirt.
I’ve got exactly what you’re looking for.
The changing rooms are over there.
This skirt needs letting out.
IN THE FITTING ROOM
This really fits you.
It matches the colour of your eyes.
It’s neither too big nor too small.
It’s too long / short / tight / loose.
That shirt looks really nice on you!
This jumper doesn’t fit me.
This suits you really well.
You look great in that dress.
You look really smart in this suit, sir.
CHOOSING A STYLE 
I’m looking for a blue skirt.
Do you have a sleeveless dress?
Her handbag matches her shoes.
I don’t like striped shirts.
I prefer wearing casual clothes.
It is a flowery red dress.
It’s very gaudy.
She has bought an evening dress.
She is always very fashionable.
These trousers are too sloppy.
These trousers are totally old fashioned.
This dress is too low-cut.
This is very smart.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT SIZE
What is your dress size?
Do you have this in a larger size?
He has grown out of his shoes.
It’s 10.
What is your shoe size?
You can take off your shoes.

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Useful phrases to use at work in English

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Useful phrases to use at work in English

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TALK ABOUT YOUR JOB
What is your occupation?
I am a nurse.
I am a social worker.
I run my own business.
I am retired.
 What do you do?
COMMUNICATE AT WORK
Good morning, Mr. Jones, may I ask you a question?
Of course. I’d be happy to help you.
Certainly, how can I help you?
Sorry I’m late!
Send me an e mail.
Would 4 o’clock suit you?
We’d better get together to discuss the situation.
We seem to be having a problem with this account.
The printer isn’t working.
We’re going to have a conference call at 2:00.
Do you think you could help me with this?
Can we schedule the meeting for 10:00 Wednesday morning?
May I borrow a pen and a notepad?
Hi, I’m new. Have you worked here for long?

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Guessing and Estimating in English: useful phrases

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Guessing and Estimating in English: useful phrases

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GUESSING AND ESTIMATING
As arranged.
As planned.
Based upon…
Guess what!
I consider it my duty to…
I consider it pointless to… / I see no point in…
I consider that…
I consider/deem it necessary to…
I don’t see the point of…
I have great respect/regard/esteem for…
I have little respect/regard for…
In due course.
it doesn’t bode well for…
It doesn’t look too promising. / Things don’t look too good.
It looks promising.
It would be pointless to…
It would be risky to…
It woulnd’t be much use … (+v-ing)
It woulnd’t be much use to me.
It’s about time…
That reminds me that…
That’s most encouraging.
There is a reason to believe that…
There is every reason / a great reason to believe that
There is not much time left.
There’s a right time for everything.
There’s every indication that…
There’s no point in… / There’s little point in… / It’s no use…
There’s no point. / It’s no use. / It’s useless.
There’s no time to lose / waste.
This gives me to understand that…
Time is short.
We can anticipate…
What must we understand from… ?
What should we expect from… ?
What would be the point of (+v-ing) ? / What use would it be to… ?
What’s the point of… ?
Within a reasonnable time.
You know what to expect.
You may not think it but…

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Useful Telephone Phrases in English

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Useful Telephone Phrases

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USEFUL TELEPHONE PHRASES
ANSWERING THE PHONE
Hi. Oliver speaking.
Hello! This is Linda Thomas speaking
Good morning / afternoon / evening, Xtransport Ltd, Sarah Thompson speaking.
Am I speaking to Kevin?
Sorry. I must have dialled a wrong number.
Are you sure you have the right number?
Can I ask who is calling, please?
Could you speak up, please?
Could you spell that please?
How can I help you?
I cannot hear you very well.
I’m calling on behalf of Sarah.
I’m calling regarding…
I’m sorry, I don’t understand.
I’m calling about / because…
Is Paul Brown available?
Thank you for calling.
Thanks for your help. Have a good day / Have a nice day.
What company are you calling from?
What number are you calling?
Who is calling, please?
You must have dialled the wrong number.
ASKING FOR SOMEONE
Who would you like to talk to, Sir / Madam?
Who do you want to speak to?
Where / How can I reach him/her?
The line is free now.
The line is busy.
One moment, please.
l’Il put you through to his / her office.
I’m sorry, I didn’t get that. Could you please repeat that?
I’m afraid Mrs Lopez is not available at the moment.
I’m sorry. Mr Smith is in a meeting.
I’ll see if Mr Smith is available.
I’ll put you through.
I’ll put you through to the person in charge.
I’d like to speak to Mr Smith.
Do you know when he/she will return to the office?
Do you know when he/she will be available?
Could you put me through to Mr Scott, please?
Can I have extension 345?
TAKING A MESSAGE
At what number can you be reached?
Can I take a message?
Could you spell that, please?
I will call back later
I’ll tell Mr Scott that you called.
I’ll call back in ten minutes.
Please leave a message after the beep.
Would you like to leave a message?
PUTTING SOMEONE ON HOLD
Just a moment, please.
Could you call back later in the day?
Hold on, please. / Hold the line, please.
Hold on.
One moment, please.
Thank you for waiting.
Yes. I’ll call back in ten minutes.

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How to express worry and anxiety in English – Useful expressions

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How to express worry and anxiety in English – Useful expressions

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HOW TO EXPRESS WORRY AND ANXIETY
I’m concerned/worried about…
He gives me the creeps.
He had a real terror of facing people
He’s scared to death of flying.
His/Her voice was full of anxiety
I can’t help thinking about…
I can’t stop thinking about it.
I got a terrible fright
I’m absolutely dreading..
I’m really nervous.
I’m scared stiff / to death that…
I’m so concerned/worried about..
I’ve been worried sick about…
I’ve got butterflies in my stomach.
I’m scared / afraid / frightened / terrified / horrified of …
It sent shivers down my spine
It’s been keeping me awake at night.
My greatest fear is that …
Stop it! You’re creeping me out!
That’s freaky.
That’s really creepy.
The movie freaked me out.
to get the wind up
To scare the pants off someone
You gave me quite a scare !

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How to say you are tired in English

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How to say you are tired in English

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HOW TO SAY YOU ARE TIRED
Bed for me
Bedtime, I think
I can’t keep my eyes open
I need to crash out
I’m dead on my feet
I’m going to bed / I’m off to bed
I’m tired
I’m totally knackered !
It’s past my bedtime
Time for bed

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Useful sentences in the classroom

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Useful sentences in english classroom

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USEFUL SENTENCES IN THE CLASSROOM
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE CLASS 
Go in.
Come in.
Stand up. / Sit down.
Stand in a line.
What day is it today?
Who’s missing today?
Sarah’s missing. She is sick.
I’m sorry.
Sorry about that.
Sorry I’m late.
AT THE END OT THE CLASS 
It’s time to finish. Let’s stop now.
Don’t forget to bring your exercise book tomorrow.
Have you finished?
Pack up your books.
Stop now! I’m collecting your work.
THE TEACHER’S QUESTIONS 
Are you ready?
Any questions?
Are you OK so far?
Are you with me? / Do you follow me?
Can you hear me?
Can you say that in English?
Do you understand?
What’s the matter with you?
What’s wrong with you?
Who’s next?
ASKING FOR SOMETHING
Am I right or wrong?
Can you help me, please?
Excuse me. I can’t hear you.
Can I / May I draw the curtains?
Can I go to the toilet, please?
Can I have a pencil, please?
Could you lend me your pen, please?
Can I borrow your book, please?
Is this right or wrong?
I don’t know. I don’t understand.
What is ___ in English?
What does “___” mean?
How do you say ___ in English?
How do you How do you pronounce this word?
THE TEACHER’S INSTRUCTIONS
Open your books at page…
Answer the question.
Ask a question.
Be careful!
Be quiet! / Hush!
Can you repeat, please?
Come to the blackboard.
Lets check the answers.
Listen to this.
Look at question 5.
One at a time, please!
One more time, please.
Pay attention, everybody.
Put your hands up.
Repeat after me.
Speak up! / Speak louder!
Stop talking.
Take a sheet of paper.
Today, we’ll learn how to…
Turn to page… / Go to page…
Wake up!
You have five minutes to do this.
THE TEACHER’S ENCOURAGEMENT
Try again!
Good! Very good!
That’s right. That’s correct!
OK! /I agree with you.
That’s better! Much better!
Well done! / Good job! You’re a champion!
Very good! / Great! / Lovely! / Super!
Brilliant! / Excellent! / Fantastic!
That’s right! / That’s it!
Correct! / Perfect!
WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS
Pick out the word which means…
Circle the right word.
Complete the prompts.
Fill in the blanks (with words from the text).
Find the clues.
Find the opposite of…
Match the words to the definitions.
Right or wrong? / True or false?
Sum up in one sentence.
Tick the right answer.
Underline the word(s) that correspond(s) to…

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How to Talk About Your Hobbies in English

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How to Talk About Your Hobbies in English

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HOW TO TALK ABOUT YOUR HOBBIES
ACTIVITIES
What is your favourite leisure activity?
What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
Are there any hobbies you do?
I enjoy drawing and painting
She spends a lot of time on video games.
PREPARE A TRIP
Are you busy on Friday evening?
Would you like to join us to the show?
Why don’t we go to a restaurant after the show?
Would you like us to have dinner together?
What are you doing this weekend?
Would you like to come hiking with us?
TALK ABOUT SPORTS
What sport do you do?
Are you good at tennis?
Do you like playing football?
Have you ever been skiing?
Have you ever tried snowboarding?
How often do you go swimming?
What sports do you like watching on TV?
OCCUPY YOUR LEISURE TIME
What shall we do this afternoon?
What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
What is your favourite leisure activity?
Are there any hobbies you do?
Do you prefer indoor activities or outdoor activities?
I’d like to take time off work next week.
Are you busy on Friday evening?
Would you like to join us for the show?
How much do the front row seats cost?
I can get cheap seats.
Where would you like to sit?
Did you enjoy the show?
Why don’t we go to a Chinese restaurant after the show?
Why don’t we go for a walk / for a drive?
LEISURE ACTIVITIES 
I spend a lot of time on my computer.
I just love playing video games.
I enjoy drawing and painting.
I like playing cards.
His / Her favourite entertainment is watching TV.
Oh! You can draw and paint?
Did you take an art class?

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