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Phrases & Expressions

Useful phrases for real-life communication.

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in those days

o günlerde, o zamanlar

B1

During a particular time in the past.

  • In those days, we didn't have smartphones.
  • Life was very different in those days.
General

into the wind

rüzgara karşı

B1

Moving or facing in the direction from which the wind is blowing.

  • The plane took off into the wind.
  • It's harder to cycle into the wind.
Travel

is it alright

iyi mi, sorun değil mi

B1

Used to ask if someone or something is well or satisfactory.

  • Is it alright if we reschedule the meeting?
  • I hope you are alright after the accident.
Expression

it's worth

(yapmaya) değer, zahmetine değer

B1

Used to say that doing something is useful or will bring a good result.

  • It's worth checking the weather before you leave.
  • The tickets are expensive, but it's worth it.
Everyday Life

just around the corner

kapıda, çok yakında

B1

Very near in time or distance.

  • The end of the project is just around the corner.
  • There's a great cafe just around the corner.
General

keeping busy

kendini oyalamak, meşgul kalmak

B1

Staying active and occupied, often to avoid boredom or worry.

  • I'm keeping busy with my new project.
  • Keeping busy helps me forget my worries.
General

like family

aile gibi, aileden biri gibi

B1

Used to say that people are as close and caring as members of a family.

  • They treat all their employees like family.
  • We've worked together for so long, we're like family.
Social

link in bio

profildeki link, biyografideki bağlantı

B1

A clickable web address placed in a social media profile's description section.

  • Find the full recipe link in bio.
  • Click the link in bio for more details.
Technology

long time no see

görüşmeyeli uzun zaman oldu, ne zamandır görüşemedik

B1

A greeting used when you meet someone you haven't seen for a long time.

  • Long time no see! How are you?
  • Wow, long time no see! Where have you been?
Social

looking forward to

dört gözle beklemek, sabırsızlıkla beklemek

B1

To feel happy and excited about something that is going to happen in the future.

  • I am looking forward to our meeting next week.
  • She is looking forward to her holiday.
Emotions