Phrases & Expressions

To arrange to see someone somewhere at a set time.

• Let's meet up after work.
• We're meeting up with friends tonight.

A polite way of apologizing for something.

• My apologies for the delay.
• My apologies, I didn't see you there.

Used to admit that you have made a mistake or are responsible for something.

• I forgot the keys. My mistake.
• Oh, I sent it to the wrong person. My mistake.

Used to say that something is not surprising given the circumstances.

• Brian's whole body aches — no wonder, since he ran a marathon yesterday.
• No wonder you're cold — it's January and you're walking around without a coat!

An informal way to say that something is fine, or that there is no need to worry.

• Sorry I'm late! — No worries.
• No worries, I can do it later.

A polite reply when someone thanks you.

• "Thanks for your help." "Not at all."
• "Thank you so much for the lift." "Not at all, it was a pleasure."

Not to any great degree.

• Are you happy? Not really.
• Did you enjoy the film? Not really, no.

To greet someone by briefly holding and moving their hand up and down.

• They shook hands and smiled.
• It's polite to shake hands.

To stop talking, or to make someone stop talking; often used as a rude command.

• The children were making too much noise, so I told them to shut up.
• He finally shut up and let me speak.

Used as a friendly way to say goodbye, often implying a wish for someone's well-being.

• Take care, see you next week.
• It was good to see you. Take care!