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Do you have a friend or coworker who’s sick or injured?
If you do, here are 20 short English expressions that will make them feel better in no time!
“Get well” means "to recover," so English speakers often say “get well soon” to someone who’s ill or injured. Just be careful not to say this to people suffering from very serious illnesses, since a quick recovery may not be possible.
If someone “feels better,” they feel less pain and discomfort.
Sometimes it makes more sense to tell someone to “feel better” than to “get well.” For example, if someone has arthritis, they may not be able to recover from it, but there are many things they could do to make their joints feel less painful.
Generally, feeling better and getting well are related, so it's OK to use either in most cases.
Wishing Onyeka Okongwu a speedy recovery and hoping he returns stronger from this setback. pic.twitter.com/wAChMgns1u
— Hawks Nation (@HawksNationCP) July 22, 2021
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Both of these short expressions encourage someone to take their time to sleep or relax in order to regain their strength. "Rest up" has an informal tone, so it's great for people you have a close relationship with.
If you think you might be able to help a sick or injured person, here are some things you could say to them.
Asking “How can I help?” is nice, but it might be better to say a few specific things you can do.
If you'd like to offer someone help with emotional challenges, this article has plenty of examples: How to Tell Someone You Support Them in English
This expression means that you’re happy that someone is back in the workplace, the house, the team, etc.
*"On your feet" is a casual way to express that someone is healthy and walking around (instead of sick in bed).
Related article: "Take it Easy!" 10 English Expressions for Relaxing
When a friend or colleague is dealing with an illness or injury, use these expressions to offer encouragement, support, or to simply brighten their day with a message to make them smile. They will certainly appreciate it!
By the way, if you are the person who isn't feeling well, be sure to follow these steps when you need to call in sick at work!