English Vocabulary and Conversational Expressions

Essential vocabulary, conversational phrases, verbs, phrasal verbs, adjectives, adverbs, and nouns extracted from lecture notes.

Take your time

Said to tell someone that they do not need to hurry. Example: Take your time, I'm not in a hurry.

By the way

Used to introduce a new topic in a conversation. Example: By the way, where is Anna?

To be honest

Used to indicate that you are speaking truthfully. Example: To be honest, I don't like this film.

It depends

Used to say that something is not certain and relies on circumstances. Example: Do you like pizza? - It depends.

Count me in

Expresses agreement to participate or join an activity. Example: We're going to the cinema. - Count me in!

What a relief!

Expresses happiness or comfort because something stressful or bad has ended or been avoided. Example: The test is over. What a relief!

Help yourself

An invitation to serve oneself food, drink, or other available items. Example: There is cake. Help yourself!

Fair enough

Used to admit that something is reasonable or acceptable. Example: You are tired? Fair enough.

That makes sense

Used to acknowledge that something is logical or understandable. Example: You are tired, that makes sense.

I'm fed up with

Feeling annoyed, frustrated, or bored with a situation or thing. Example: I'm fed up with this weather.

As soon as possible

At the earliest possible moment or time. Example: Please call me as soon as possible.

borrow

To take and use something belonging to someone else with the intention of returning it. Example: Can I borrow your pen?

lend

To give something to someone for a temporary period, expecting it to be returned. Example: Can you lend me some money?

remind

To cause someone to remember something or somebody. Example: Please remind me to call Mum.

wonder

To feel curious or desire to know something. Example: I wonder where he is.

afford

To have enough money or resources to pay for something. Example: I can't afford a new phone.

deserve

To be worthy of or earned something due to actions or qualities. Example: You deserve a rest.

suggest

To put forward an idea, plan, or proposal for consideration. Example: I suggest going home.

realize

To become fully aware of or understand a situation clearly. Example: I realized I was wrong.

look forward to

To feel excited and happy about something that is going to happen. Example: I look forward to the weekend.

find out

To discover or learn information or a fact. Example: I need to find out the time.

figure out

To solve, understand, or find an explanation for a problem or task. Example: I can't figure out this task.

run out of

To use up the available supply of something until none is left. Example: We ran out of milk.

get along with

To have a harmonious, friendly, and peaceful relationship with someone. Example: I get along with my neighbors.

break down

To stop working or functioning, especially regarding machinery or vehicles. Example: My car broke down.

work out

To engage in physical exercise, or to solve a problem successfully. Example: I work out three times a week.

deal with

To take action to solve a problem or handle a situation. Example: I must deal with this problem.

catch up

To exchange news and talk after a period of separation. Example: Let's catch up over coffee.

keep in touch

To maintain regular contact or communication with someone. Example: Let's keep in touch.

exhausted

Extremely tired and drained of physical or mental energy. Example: I'm exhausted after work.

embarrassed

Feeling awkward, self-conscious, or ashamed in a social situation. Example: I felt embarrassed.

convenient

Fitting in well with a person's plans, needs, or schedule. Example: This time is convenient for me.

apparently

According to what seems to be true, appears to be, or is reported. Example: Apparently, he moved to Italy.

on purpose

Intentionally or deliberately; not by accident. Example: I didn't do it on purpose.

once in a while

Occasionally; happening from time to time. Example: I go out once in a while.

deadline

The latest date or time by which a task or project must be completed. Example: The deadline is Friday.

appointment

An arrangement to meet someone at a specific time and place, often professional or medical. Example: I have a doctor's appointment.

receipt

A written document acknowledging that payment or goods have been received. Example: Keep the receipt.

queue

A line or sequence of people or vehicles awaiting their turn. Example: There is a long queue.

favor

An act of kindness or helpfulness performed beyond normal obligation. Example: Can you do me a favor?