Phrases & Expressions

A polite greeting or farewell used during the daytime.

• Good day to you, sir. How may I help you?
• He said good day to the shopkeeper and left the shop.

Meeting basic requirements or standards; acceptable.

• This solution is good enough for now.
• Is the food good enough for guests?

Used to praise someone for a clever idea or wise decision.

• You brought an umbrella? Good thinking!
• We saved money by booking early. Good thinking!

To give one of a number of things to each person in a group.

• The teacher handed out the exam papers.
• Volunteers handed out blankets to the homeless.

A warning to handle something carefully because it is fragile or valuable.

• Handle with care, the glass is thin.
• The label said 'Handle with care'.

To end a phone call.

• Don't hang up, I have more to say.
• She said goodbye and hung up the phone.

To wash your body by sitting or lying in a bath of water.

• I like to have a long bath in the evening.
• The baby has a bath before bed.

To stop working or doing an activity for a short time to rest.

• Let's have a break and get some coffee.
• You look tired; why don't you have a break?

To attempt to do something; to try.

• You should have a go at solving the puzzle.
• I'll have a go if you like.

A friendly way of saying goodbye and wishing someone a pleasant day.

• Thanks for your help. Have a good one!
• See you next week, and have a good one!