Basic Useful Phrases #3


### **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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