Everyday phrases204

used to say very strongly that you do not agree with sth, or that sth is not possible

Used to ask someone to explain or say more clearly what they have just said, because you do not understand it.

Used to ask someone for their opinion or reaction to something just shown, said, or suggested.

A reply to something just said, showing you do not understand it or do not believe it and asking the speaker to explain.

used to tell sb that you are offended by what they have just said or by the way that they have said it

used to say that you are surprised or annoyed about sth

A conventional question asking whether someone is unhurt, safe, or emotionally okay, usually after a shock, accident, or worrying silence.

used to say that you understand what sb is talking about and have had the same experience

A greeting that says you are glad to meet or see someone, often after time apart.

A polite formula said when you are introduced to someone or meet them for the first time.

Used to say you simply do not know something: a fact, reason, place, method, or what someone means.

A conversational check that the listener grasps the point or implication just made, especially when it is left vague or unsaid.

used to introduce a comment or question that is not directly related to what you have been talking about

Said when stepping away for a moment, to tell someone you will return very soon.

in my personal opinion

An exclamation of shock, disbelief, or annoyance at what was just said or done, not a real question about joking.

A polite conversational lead-in that asks leave to pose a question, usually right before the question itself.

used to emphasize that you are saying'no' to sth

used after sb has thanked you or said they are sorry for sth

A reply to someone who has just said they love you, saying that you love them as well.

used to tell sb they shouldn't think about sth or do sth because it is not as important as sth else, or because you will do it

Based on what the speaker currently knows, while allowing that they may not have the full facts.

used to ask what is happening, or to refer to the situation now unfolding, especially when it is unclear, sudden, or worrying

Used to ask someone to rely on you or have confidence in your judgment, honesty, or intentions.

used when admitting sth

to some extent but in a way that you cannot easily describe

slightly; in some ways

A polite greeting said when meeting or addressing someone in the morning.

I understand, or I have just figured out how to do it.

Said to reassure someone that you are unhurt, safe, or emotionally all right.

A personal guarantee that you will do something or that something will happen, said so the other person can rely on you.

used as a polite way of replying when sb thanks you for doing sth, to show that you were happy to do it

Used to ask what is wrong, or what problem a person, thing, or situation has.

A catch-up greeting asking how someone has been getting along since you last met or spoke.

for example

A concerned question asking whether someone is unhurt, safe, or emotionally all right, usually right after a shock, danger, or upset.

A question about what is happening, what is wrong, or why something is the way it is.

used when you are correcting sth that sb has said

Used to ask what is troubling someone or what the problem is.

A strong apology for something you did, said, caused, or failed to know.

said when sth is starting to happen

used to ask sb in a rude or angry way why they are there or what they want you to do

Used to ask someone to confirm a statement, choice, or feeling, often because the speaker doubts it or wants them to think again.

Ask someone to pause briefly so you can think, check, correct them, or add one more thing.

Not knowing a fact, reason, place, method, or answer, or being unaware of something.

An informal greeting that asks how someone is, used when meeting, calling, or saying hello.

used to say that an idea or suggestion seems reasonable

used to emphasize sth that explains or supports what you are saying; used to give an example of what you are saying