Phrases & Expressions

Used to show you think something is kind, pleasant, or charming.

• How sweet of you!
• You made me a card? How sweet!

A common, informal way to ask about the well-being of someone's family.

• Hello John! How's the family?
• It's been a while. How's family?

An informal way to ask how someone is and what is new in that person's life.

• How's life? Have you been busy lately?
• Hey, how's life treating you?

An informal question asking how someone's job is going.

• How's work going these days?
• "How's work?" "Busy, but I'm enjoying it."

Used to describe your physical or emotional state.

• I feel tired after the long journey.
• I feel much better after a good night's sleep.

Used to agree to participate in an activity or plan.

• Do you want to go to the concert? I'm in!
• "We need two more volunteers." "I'm in!"

Used to say you are not participating or involved anymore.

• This game is too hard. I'm out.
• If you're going to cheat, I'm out.

Used to give advice, suggesting what you would do in someone else's situation.

• If I were you, I would accept the offer.
• If I were you, I wouldn't worry about it.

Having the same opinion or idea.

• We are in agreement about the next steps.
• All the members of the committee are in agreement.

Currently happening or being done; not yet finished.

• The meeting is in progress, please be quiet.
• Construction is still in progress on the new bridge.