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11 Different Ways to Say "Thank You" in English
Have you ever wanted to thank a friend for help, but “Thanks” didn't feel strong enough? On the other hand,...
Caught a Cold or Flu? How to Talk About This in English [Updated]
Around a certain time of the year, lots of people begin catching colds — or worse, the flu. We hope...


How to Say Negative Things Positively at Work
In business, strong relationships are essential for success. So in situations when you have something negative to say, it's a...
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How to Answer "How Are You?" Like a Native English Speaker [Updated]
“How are you?” This simple question is the start of many English conversations, but it also confuses many English language...


What's Another Way to Say "Weird"?
When things are different than normal, it's important to carefully choose the words you use to describe them. For example,...


How to Use "Help" Like a Native Speaker
"Help" is a basic but important word most English students learn early in their studies. But aside from its basic...


Geeks and Snobs: Names for People With Big Hobbies
In the past, words like "nerd" and "geek" were rude names for people who weren't "cool." But these days, more...
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10 Expressions to Connect With Your Conversation Partner [Updated]
If you want to agree with someone in English, you can use expressions like "Me too," "I think so, too"...


Other Ways to Say "I'm Sorry" in English
Made a mistake? When you need to apologize, "I'm sorry" is a simple and effective phrase to use, but it's...
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Has anyone ever asked you a question you didn't want to answer? Maybe the question was too personal or the...
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10 Ways to Say You’re Busy Without Being Rude [Updated]
“Busy” is a popular English word, but it isn't always used in the way that many learners think. For example,...
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English Phrases to Say When Someone Is Sick [Updated]
Do you have a friend or coworker who’s sick or injured? If you do, here are 20 short English expressions...
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Caught a Cold or Flu? How to Talk About This in English [Updated]
Around a certain time of the year, lots of people begin catching colds — or worse, the flu. We hope...
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How to Wish Someone the Best Birthday Ever [Updated]
Greeting messages can be hard to write, and birthday wishes are no exception. To help English learners write the best...


18 Ways to Respond in a Conversation Besides "Uh-Huh"
When you’re having a conversation, how do you show your partner that you’re listening? People often make special sounds (“Uh-huh”...
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How to Say “My Internet Isn’t Working!” in English [Updated]
You’ve probably been in a situation in which you’re talking to someone online and suddenly their video freezes, your internet...
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What "K" and "M" Mean on Social Media [Updated]
Have you ever noticed that English social media sites often feature random letters of the alphabet? For example, at the...
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How to Use “So Am I” and “So Do I” Like a Native Speaker [Updated]
“So do I.” “So have I.” “So am I.” Native speakers use these phrases often, so you've probably heard them...
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Has anyone ever asked you a question you didn't want to answer? Maybe the question was too personal or the...


5 Tips on Saying “No” to Invitations in the Nicest Way Possible
A friend has just invited you to a picnic. Or a birthday party. Or a wedding. But unfortunately, you can’t...