Phrases & Expressions

To feel very bad, unhappy, or unwell.

• I feel terrible; I think I'm getting the flu.
• He felt terrible about lying.

To feel that your body has little strength or energy.

• I didn't eat breakfast, so I feel weak.
• He felt weak after the flu.

To feel happy and comfortable because people are kind to you.

• I felt very welcome at their home.
• Make sure new students feel welcome.

To feel pain in your feet, usually after walking or standing a lot.

• My feet hurt after the long hike.
• I need to sit down, my feet hurt.

Having a battery that holds as much electrical power as it can.

• My laptop is fully charged, so I can work all day.
• Make sure the phone is fully charged.

To successfully link to the internet or a network.

• I couldn't get a connection on my phone.
• We drove into the mountains and couldn't get a connection anymore.

To start working hard or become busy with a task.

• Let's get busy with the project.
• The shop assistants got busy as customers arrived.

To feel very enthusiastic and eager about something.

• Children get excited about holidays.
• She got excited when she heard the news.

To receive high marks.

• He gets good grades in math.
• To get good grades, you need to study.

To suffer an injury or physical harm.

• Be careful not to get hurt.
• He got hurt playing football.