Conversation Phrases Examples in English

Conversation Phrases Examples in English

Phrases For Invitations

  • Let me check my calendar.
  • Do you wanna see a movie?
  • Would you like to join me for dinner?
  • How about a game of football on Monday?
  • Would you like to have breakfast with me tomorrow?
  • Would you like to come to the theater with me tonight?
  • Will you join me for tea?
  • I’ve got two tickets for a cinema on Saturday. Would you like to come?
  • Would you like to have dinner with me tonight?
  • How about coming to the picnic at the football club?

Phrases For Asking Directions

  • Which the best way to …?
  • I’m looking for …
  • Could you direct me to …?
  • How can we get to High Park?
  • Is it far?
  • How do I get to library?
  • Where is the nearest post office?
  • How do I find…?
  • Are we on the right road for London?
  • Can you Show me on the map, please?
  • I’m looking for this address.
  • Pardon me, I’m lost, how do I get to …?

Phrases For Saying NO

  • I’m already booked.
  • That’s not going to work for me.
  • Sounds fun, but I’m not available.
  • I want to, but I’m unable to.
  • I just don’t have that to give right now.
  • I’m not able to commit to that right now.
  • It is not a good idea for me.
  • Apologies, but I can’t make it.
  • I can’t take on any more responsibilities.
  • My body says yes, but my heart say no.
  • Nope
  • Maybe another time.

Phrases For Asking For Information

  • Do you happen to know…?
  • Have you got an idea of…?
  • I don’t suppose you know…?
  • Could anyone tell me…?
  • I’m interested in…
  • I was wondering…
  • Can I have … please?
  • Is this right way for …?
  • Would you mind…?
  • I’m looking for…
  • I’d like to know…
  • Do you know…?

Useful Phrases In Shopping

  • Do you know where else I could try?
  • Do you have this item in stock?
  • Do you offer a cash discount?
  • Do you have any strawberry?
  • Do you have a refund policy?
  • How much is this?
  • Do you have a bigger size?
  • Do you sell organic vegetables?
  • Could you help me please?
  • Where can I weight my groceries?
  • Does it come with a guarantee/warranty?
  • I’m looking for a leather handbag.

Phrases For Giving Bad News

  • Please don’t take this badly but…
  • It is my unfortunate duty to tell you that …
  • There is no easy way to say this but …
  • I’m sorry to have to tell you this but …
  • Unfortunately …
  • I tried … but …
  • I need to warn you that I have some bad news …
  • I’m afraid I’ve got some bad news …
  • I regret to inform you that …
  • I’m afraid to inform you of …
  • I’ve got some bad news I’m afraid …
  • I’m afraid I’ve got something sad to tell you …