100 English Phrases You Should Know
Mastering English phrases can help you navigate everyday conversations with confidence. Here are 100 essential English phrases to get you started:
Greetings
Casual Greetings
- Hello! (formal and informal)
- Hi! (informal)
- Hey! (informal)
- Hi, how are you? (formal and informal)
- What's up? (informal)
Formal Greetings
- Good morning!
- Good afternoon!
- Good evening!
- It's nice to meet you.
Introductions
Introducing Yourself
- My name is [Name].
- I'm [Name].
- Nice to meet you, I'm [Name].
Asking for Someone's Name
- What's your name?
- May I know your name?
Basic Phrases
Expressing Agreement
- Yes, I agree.
- I completely agree.
- That's true.
Expressing Disagreement
- I disagree.
- I don't think so.
- I'm not sure I agree.
Asking for Help
- Can you help me?
- Do you think you could help me?
- Could you assist me?
Food and Drink
Ordering Food
- I'll have [food item].
- Can I get [food item]?
- Can I have the menu, please?
Asking for Drinks
- Can I get a [drink]?
- Do you have [drink]?
- Can I have a glass of water, please?
Directions and Transportation
Asking for Directions
- Excuse me, where is [place]?
- Can you tell me the way to [place]?
- How do I get to [place]?
Transportation
- Where is the nearest bus stop?
- How do I get to the airport?
- Can you call me a taxi?
Shopping
Asking for Prices
- How much is this?
- What's the price of this?
- Can you tell me the price?
Making Purchases
- I'll take [item].
- Can I buy [item]?
- How do I pay for this?
Hotels and Accommodation
Checking In
- Do you have a room available?
- Can I check in, please?
- What's the check-in time?
Asking for Hotel Amenities
- Do you have a gym?
- Is there a restaurant in the hotel?
- Can I have extra towels?
Apologizing and Making Excuses
Apologizing
- I'm sorry.
- I apologize.
- Excuse me.
Making Excuses
- I'm running late.
- I forgot.
- I'm so sorry, I made a mistake.
Goodbyes
Casual Goodbyes
- See you later!
- See you soon!
- Goodbye!
Formal Goodbyes
- Goodbye, it was nice meeting you.
- It was great talking to you.
- I'll see you next time.
Mastering these 100 essential English phrases will help you navigate everyday conversations with confidence. Remember to practice regularly to improve your English speaking skills!
