ESL PHRASES FOR BEGINNERS

Everyday English Phrases for Anywhere These eight phrases can be used in many different situations. 1. Thanks so much. This is a simple sentence you can use to thank someone. To add detail, say: Thanks so much + for + [noun] / [-ing verb]. For example: Thanks so much for the birthday money. Thanks so much for driving me home. 2. I really appreciate… You can also use this phrase to thank someone. For example, you might say: I really appreciate your help. Or you can combine this phrase with the last one: Thanks so much for cooking dinner. I really appreciate it. Thanks so much. I really appreciate your cooking dinner.

. Excuse me. When you need to get through but there is someone blocking your way, say “Excuse me.” You can also say this phrase to politely get someone’s attention. For example: Excuse me, sir, you dropped your wallet. Excuse me, do you know what time it is? 3. I am sorry. Use this phrase to apologize, whether for something big or small. Use “for” to give more detail. For example: I am sorry for being so late. I was not expecting anyone today. I am sorry for the mess. You can use “really” to show you are very sorry for something: I am really sorry I did not invite you to the party. In fact, I am sorry has many different uses in English and they are not always that obvious! Because of this, using native content when learning English expressions is very important to ensure you are learning them properly.