English Conversation Made Easy: Key Phrases You Should Know

English Conversation Made Easy: Key Phrases You Should Know

Hello English learners! Welcome to a new lesson It is about real conversation. Whether you’re chatting with a friend, making small talk at work, or joining in a group discussion, knowing the right phrases can make all the difference. Many learners study grammar and vocabulary, but when it comes to actually speaking—well, that’s where things can get tricky! Therefore, we’ve put together a list of useful, natural, and interesting key phrases you should know that will make you sound more confident and fluent in everyday English. From being polite when you start and end a conversation, to showing interest or opinion, these phrases will get you into the conversation like a native speaker. Let’s get going and get talking!

🔹 Starting a Conversation

• Hi there! How’s it going?
• Long time no see!
• What have you been up to lately?
• Mind if I join you?
• Lovely weather today, isn’t it? (Classic British starter!)

🔹 Showing Interest

• Really? That sounds amazing!
• No way! What happened next?
• Tell me more about that.
• How did that make you feel?
• I’d love to hear more.

🔹 Agreeing & Disagreeing Politely

• I totally agree with you.
• That’s a good point.
• I see what you mean, but…
• I’m not sure I agree, actually.
• Well, it depends…

🔹 Giving Your Opinion

• Personally, I think…
• In my opinion…
• I’m not an expert, but…
• The way I see it… me…
• I’m not an e

🔹 Reacting Naturally

• Wow, that’s impressive!
• Oh no, that’s awful!
• That’s hilarious!
• Seriously?
• You’re joking!

🔹 Asking for Clarification

• Sorry, what do you mean exactly?
• Could you explain that a bit more?
• I’m not sure I follow.
• Do you mean…?
• What does that word mean?

🔹 Keeping the Conversation Going

• Anyway, as I was saying…
• By the way, did you hear about…?
• Speaking of that…
• That reminds me…
• Oh! Before I forget…

🔹 Ending a Conversation Politely

• It was lovely chatting with you.
• I’d better get going.
• Let’s catch up again soon.
• Take care!
• Speak soon!

Roleplay Challenge

Pair up or work in a small group. Choose one of the following situations and roleplay it using at least 5 phrases from the list.

Situations:

• Meeting someone new at a party

• Waiting in line at a café

• Asking a classmate about their weekend

• Discussing your favourite TV show or film

• Politely disagreeing about music or food

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