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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,...

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”...

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...

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...

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...

How to Tell Someone You Support Them in English [Updated]

Everyone needs help sometimes. If a friend or family member is going through a difficult situation, there are several things...

Why Native English Speakers Say "Have" When They Mean "Eat"

Has a waiter ever asked you “What will you have to drink?” Or have you ever heard a native English...

"What's Up?": How to Use It and Respond to It

"What's up?" If you have English-speaking friends or watch English TV and movies, you've probably heard this expression before. Even...

How to Say "I Love You" in English and Actually Mean It [Updated]

A common question many English learners have is, "What are some different ways to say 'I love you'?" Well, you...