Phrases & Expressions

To eat a meal, especially together with other people.

• We had a quiet meal at home.
• Let's have a meal together this weekend.

To dislike or be against something.

• Do you have a problem with that?
• I have a problem with his attitude.

To intend to do something or go somewhere.

• I have plans to visit my family this weekend.
• Do you have plans for the holidays?

Rain that falls in large amounts.

• We had heavy rain all night.
• Heavy rain caused flooding in the city.

To give assistance to someone, often with a task or in a difficult time.

• Amber offered to help out in the kitchen.
• Can you help out with this project?

A casual greeting, asking about someone's general situation or life.

• How are things at home?
• How are things going?

Used to show you feel excited about something.

• You're moving to Japan next month? How exciting!
• A new job? How exciting!

Used to show you find something interesting or surprising.

• How interesting!
• How interesting — tell me more.

A casual greeting, asking about someone's current situation or progress.

• Hey, how is it going?
• How is it going at work?

Used to express strong pleasure or admiration for something beautiful or pleasing.

• How lovely!
• How lovely to see you!