Phrases & Expressions

To prepare the main evening meal.

• It's my turn to make dinner tonight.
• She made dinner for the whole family.

A phrase used to begin a fairy tale or a story about the past.

• Once upon a time, there was a princess who lived in a castle.
• Every night, my grandma would start her stories with 'Once upon a time...'

A portion or slice of bread.

• I ate a piece of bread with butter.
• Can I have a piece of bread, please?

To lift your arm and hand, usually to get attention or answer a question.

• If you know the answer, please raise your hand.
• The teacher told the children to raise their hands before speaking.

To enter a place by walking.

• She walked in and sat down next to me.
• He walked in unexpectedly.

A frightening dream.

• I had a bad dream.
• It was just a bad dream.

A foolish or unwise action.

• That was a bad move.
• Selling now is a bad move.

A new beginning.

• She needed a fresh start.
• Let's give him a fresh start.

A long trip.

• It's a long journey by car.
• Life is a long journey.

A difficult or sleepless night.

• It was a long night.
• After a long night, I'm tired.