### **1. Technology/Help**
*(Phrases for troubleshooting or asking for tech assistance)*
1. **"How do I connect to the Wi-Fi here?"**
- Use this when you need internet access in a new place (e.g., a café, hotel, or office).
2. **"My phone battery is dead. Can I borrow a charger?"**
- Ask this if your phone has no power and you need to borrow a charging cable.
3. **"The app keeps crashing. Have you experienced this?"**
- Use when an app isn’t working properly and you want to check if others have the same issue.
4. **"Could you help me set up my email on this device?"**
- Ask for assistance when configuring email on a new phone, tablet, or computer.
5. **"Is there a password for the Wi-Fi network?"**
- Use this to ask for the Wi-Fi password in a shared space.
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### **2. Weather**
*(Phrases to talk about the weather)*
1. **"It’s raining cats and dogs outside!"**
- A fun idiom to say it’s raining **very heavily**.
2. **"What’s the forecast for tomorrow?"**
- Ask this to check if it’ll be sunny, rainy, etc., the next day.
3. **"The weather is perfect for a picnic today."**
- Use when the sun is out, and you want to suggest outdoor plans.
4. **"I hope it doesn’t snow tomorrow."**
- Say this if you’re worried about snow disrupting plans (e.g., travel).
5. **"It’s so humid today, isn’t it?"**
- Comment on sticky, moist air (common in tropical climates).
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### **3. Opinions**
*(Phrases to share or ask for viewpoints)*
1. **"What do you think about…?"**
- A polite way to ask someone’s opinion on a topic.
2. **"I totally agree/disagree."**
- Use to strongly support or oppose someone’s idea.
3. **"In my opinion, this could work better."**
- Share a suggestion while acknowledging it’s your personal view.
4. **"How do you feel about the new policy?"**
- Ask for someone’s thoughts on a rule or change at work/school.
5. **"I’m on the fence about this idea."**
- Say this when you’re unsure or undecided about something.
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### **4. Apologies**
*(Phrases to say sorry or take responsibility)*
1. **"My apologies, I didn’t mean to interrupt."**
- A formal way to say sorry for cutting someone off mid-conversation.
2. **"I’ll make it up to you, I promise!"**
- Use when you want to fix a mistake or compensate someone.
3. **"I’m really sorry for the inconvenience."**
- Apologize formally (e.g., in customer service or professional settings).
4. **"Please forgive me for my mistake."**
- A sincere way to ask for forgiveness after an error.
5. **"I owe you an apology for what happened."**
- Use when you realize later that you were wrong.
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### **5. Travel**
*(Phrases for navigating or asking for travel help)*
1. **"Is this seat taken?"**
- Ask before sitting next to someone on a bus, train, or in a waiting area.
2. **"Could you recommend a good restaurant nearby?"**
- Use when you want local food suggestions in a new area.
3. **"How far is the airport from here?"**
- Check travel time/distance to plan your departure.
4. **"Do you have a map of the city?"**
- Ask for a physical or digital map to navigate.
5. **"What time does the next train depart?"**
- Use at stations to confirm schedules.
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### **6. Work/Study**
*(Phrases for professional or academic settings)*
1. **"I’m swamped with work right now."**
- Say this when you’re **extremely busy** and overwhelmed.
2. **"Could you explain this again, please?"**
- Politely ask for clarification during a meeting or class.
3. **"Let’s collaborate on this project."**
- Suggest teamwork to complete a task.
4. **"The deadline has been moved up."**
- Inform others that a due date is earlier than expected.
5. **"I need to prioritize my tasks today."**
- Use when organizing your workload by importance.
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### **7. Health**
*(Phrases to discuss health issues)*
1. **"I’m not feeling well today."**
- A general way to say you’re sick or unwell.
2. **"Where’s the nearest pharmacy?"**
- Ask when you need medicine or health supplies.
3. **"I think I need to see a doctor."**
- Use for serious symptoms that require professional help.
4. **"Could I have some pain relievers, please?"**
- Request medication (e.g., aspirin) for headaches or pain.
5. **"I’ve been having headaches lately."**
- Share a recurring health issue with someone.
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### **8. Gratitude**
*(Phrases to express thanks)*
1. **"I really appreciate your help!"**
- A heartfelt way to thank someone for assisting you.
2. **"You’ve been a lifesaver!"**
- Use when someone helps you in a critical or urgent situation.
3. **"Thank you from the bottom of my heart."**
- A deep, emotional way to show extreme gratitude.
4. **"I can’t thank you enough for this."**
- Say this when someone does something very meaningful for you.
5. **"Your support means the world to me."**
- Express how much someone’s encouragement helps you.
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### **9. Clarification**
*(Phrases to confirm understanding)*
1. **"Could you speak a bit slower, please?"**
- Ask if someone is talking too fast for you to follow.
2. **"Did I get that right?"**
- Confirm whether you understood instructions or information correctly.
3. **"Let me make sure I understand."**
- Use before repeating back what someone said to avoid confusion.
4. **"Could you rephrase that?"**
- Request simpler or different wording if something is unclear.
5. **"So, you’re saying… [repeat in your own words]?"**
- Paraphrase to check if you interpreted someone’s message correctly.
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### **10. Encouragement**
*(Phrases to motivate others)*
1. **"You’ve got this!"**
- Boost someone’s confidence before a challenge (e.g., a test or presentation).
2. **"Take it one step at a time."**
- Advise someone to tackle tasks gradually, not all at once.
3. **"Don’t give up, you’re doing great!"**
- Encourage someone feeling discouraged during a tough task.
4. **"Believe in yourself—you can do it!"**
- Motivate someone doubting their abilities.
5. **"Every small effort counts. Keep going!"**
- Remind someone that progress matters, even if it’s slow.
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