Polite English Alternatives and Common Q&A

A collection of vocabulary flashcards covering polite alternatives to common everyday phrases and standard conversational responses for common English questions.

Thank you (Polite Alternative)

I really appreciate

Sorry (Polite Alternative)

I apologise

You're welcome (Polite Alternative)

My pleasure

Excuse me (Polite Alternative)

Pardon me

I don't know (Polite Alternative)

I have no idea

Can you repeat that? (Polite Alternative)

Come again

I don't understand (Polite Alternative)

Could you clarify?

How are you? (Polite Alternative)

How's it going?

Nice to meet you (Polite Alternative)

It's a pleasure to meet you

Goodbye (Polite Alternative)

Take care

Did you sleep well? (Common Response)

Yes, very well.

Can you hear me? (Common Response)

Yes, clearly.

Are you okay with this? (Common Response)

Yes, that's fine.

Do you need more time? (Common Response)

Just five minutes.

Can I use your phone? (Common Response)

Sure, no problem.

Have you finished yet? (Common Response)

Almost done.

Do you need a hand? (Common Response)

Yes, please.

Are you feeling better? (Common Response)

Much better, thanks.

Can you say that again? (Common Response)

Yes, of course.

Did you get my message? (Common Response)

Yes, I got it.

Are you coming with us? (Common Response)

Yes, I'd love to.

Do you have enough? (Common Response)

Yes, that's enough.

Can I call you later? (Common Response)

Sure, that's fine.

Did everything go well? (Common Response)

Yes, it went well.