Phrases using the word windows

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  1. Учебник Spotlight 6. Student’s Book. Страница 26
  2. 1000 most common english phrases pdf
  3. Asking Directions in English
  4. Giving Directions in English
  5. Ways to Say NO in English
  6. Ways to Say I MISS YOU
  7. Phrases for Staying at a Hotel
  8. Ways to Say FOR EXAMPLE
  9. English Classroom Phrases
  10. Ways to Say HELLO
  11. Phrases in Shopping
  12. Ways to Say GOOD LUCK
  13. Ways to Say GOOD JOB
  14. Ways to Say I AGREE
  15. Ways to Say I’M SORRY
  16. Ways to Say GOOD NIGHT
  17. Ways to Say I LOVE YOU
  18. Ways to Say BECAUSE
  19. Ways to Say I DON’T KNOW
  20. English Phrases – How to Accept Apologies
  21. English Phrases – How to Ask Someone to Repeat Something
  22. Ways to Say I’M HUNGRY
  23. Ways to Say Good Morning
  24. Making Apologies
  25. Accepting Apologies
  26. Creative Ways to Say NO
  27. Ways to Say GOODBYE
  28. Ways To Say YES
  29. Ways to Say HAPPY BIRTHDAY
  30. Ways to Say HOW ARE YOU?
  31. Ways to Say I DON’T LIKE IT
  32. Ways to Say OH MY GOD!
  33. Ways to Say I’M TIRED
  34. Another Way to Say For Example

Учебник Spotlight 6. Student’s Book. Страница 26

3a. Road safety — 3а. Безопасность на дороге

1. Which of these things can you see on the road outside: your school? your home? — Что из этого ты можешь увидеть на дороге около: твоей школы? твоего дома?

  • parking zone — зона парковки
  • traffic sign — дорожный знак
  • yellow lines — желтые линии запрета остановки
  • pedestrian — пешеход
  • zebra crossing — пешеходный переход
  • traffic warden — регулировщик (полицейский)
  • traffic lights — светофор
  • pavement — тротуар
  • I can see traffic lights, traffic signs, traffic warden and parking zone outside the school. — Я могу увидеть светофор, дорожные знаки, регулировщика и зоны парковки на улице около школы.
  • I can see yellow lines, a zebra crossing and pavements outside my home. — Я могу увидеть желтые линии запрета остановки, пешеходные переходы и тротуары на улице около моего дома.

2. Match the words in columns A and B to make phrases. In pairs discuss what is dangerous/safe to do in your country. — Объедини слова в колонках А и В и составь предложения. В парах обсудите, что опасно/безопасно делать в вашей стране.

  1. It’s safe to wear a seat belt (G) — Это безопасно пристегиваться ремнем.
  2. It’s dangerous to walk straight across the road (F) — Это опасно гулять по проезжей части
  3. It’s safe to look both ways before crossing the road. (E) — Это безопасно смотреть в обе стороны при переходе дороги
  4. It’s dangerous to run onto the road (D) — Это опасно бегать по дороге
  5. It’s dangerous to talk to the driver (C) — Это опасно говорить (отвлекать) водителя во время движения
  6. It’s safe to walk on the pavement (B) — Это безопасно ходить по тротуару
  7. It’s dangerous to lean out of the window (A) — Это опасно высовываться из окна машины

3. a) Read the examples. How do we form the imperative? — Прочитай примеры. Как мы составляем повелительное наклонение?

We form the imperative by using the infinitive form of the verb without «to» at the beginning of the sentence. We form the negative of the imperative with don’t. — Мы формируем повелительное наклонение при помощи инфинитивной формы глагола без частицы to в начале предложения. Мы формируем отрицательную форму императива путем добавления don’t.

Например: Wear your seat belt! — Пристегивайте ремни безопасности. Don’t talk to the driver! — Не разговаривайте с водителем.

b) Use the phrases in Ex. 2 to give instructions on road safety. — Используй фразы из упр. 2, чтобы дать инструкции по дорожной безопасности

  1. When on the street, look both ways before crossing. Don’t run onto the road. — На улице смотрите в обе стороны при переходе дороги. Не бегайте по дороге.
  2. When in the car, wear a seat belt. — В машине пристегивайтесь ремнем безопасности.
  3. When on the bus, don’t talk to the driver and don’t lean out of the window. — В автобусе не разговаривайте с водителем и не высовывайтесь из окна.

4. a) Look at the text and its title on p. 27. What do you expect to read in it? Listen, read and check. — Посмотри на текст и заголовок на странице 27. Что ты ожидаешь прочитать? Послушай, прочитай и проверь.

The text is about road safety — Текст о безопасности на дороге

b) Read the text and match the titles (A-D) to the sections (1-4). Then, explain the words in bold. — Прочитай текст и объедини названия (А — D) с частями (1 —4). Затем объясни слова, выделенные жирным.

  1. When you cross the street on foot. Look for a zebra crossing or a traffic lights crossing. Don’t cross between parked cars. Stop before you walk onto the road. Stand on the pavement near the kerb. Listen and look both ways for traffic. Make sure it’s clear and walk straight across the road. Don’t run. — Когда переходите улицу. Поищи зебру или светофор. Не переходи дорогу между припаркованными автомобилями. Остановись прежде чем переходить дорогу. Стой на тротуаре у бордюра. Слушай и внимательно смотри в обе стороны дороги. Убедись, что дорога свободна, прежде чем начать переходить дорогу. Не беги.
  2. When you ride your bike. Make sure your bike is in good working condition. Check your brakes and tyres regularly. Wear a bicycle helmet. Ride with the flow of traffic, not against it. Use bike lanes. Wear bright clothes in daytime. Never carry a second person on your bike. — Когда едете на велосипеде. Убедись, что тормоза велосипеда работают хорошо. Проверяй тормоза и колеса велосипеда регулярно. Надевай велосипедный шлем. Двигайся по потоку, а не против него. Катайся по велосипедным дорожкам. Надевай яркую одежду в дневное время суток. Никогда не сажай на велосипед пассажира.
  3. When you travel on a bus. Stand well back until the bus has stopped completely. Don’t push others when you enter the bus. Sit down on your seat quietly and quickly. If there aren’t free seats, use handgrips. Don’t talk to the driver or annoy others on the bus. Don’t lean out of the window. Don’t wave from the window. — Когда едете на автобусе. Стой подальше от двери пока автобус полностью не остановился. Не толкай других, когда садишься в автобус. Садись на сиденье тихо и быстро. Если нет свободных мест, держись за поручни. Не разговаривай с водителем и не раздражай других в автобусе. Не высовывайся из окон. Не высовывай руки из окон.
  4. When you travel in a car. Always sit in the back seat if you are under twelve years old. Wear a seat belt. Don’t block the rear view mirror. Don’t play with the car door handles. Always use the door on the pavement side to get out of the car. — Когда вы едете на машине. Всегда садитесь на заднее сиденье, если вам меньше 12 лет. Пристегивайте ремень безопасности. Не закрывайте обзор заднего вида для водителя. Не играйте с дверными ручками. Всегда выходите через дверь со стороны тротуара.
  1. C. When you cross the street on foot — Когда переходите улицу
  2. A. When you ride your bike — Когда едете на велосипеде
  3. D. When you travel on a bus — Когда едете на автобусе
  4. B. When you travel in a car — Когда едете на машине

1000 most common english phrases pdf

1000 most common english phrases pdf

Table of Contents

Asking Directions in English

How do I get to library?
Where is the nearest post office?
Can you tell me the way to the Big Hotel?
Are we on the right road for London?
Can you Show me on the map, please?
I’m looking for this address.
How do I find…?
Excuse me, How can I go to …?
Dou you have a map?
Are you from around here?
Where is …?
Which the best way to …?
Pardon me, I’m lost, how do I get to …?
I’m looking for …
Could you direct me to …?
May I ask for some help? I need to get to …?
How can we get to High Park?
Is it far?
Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to the bus station?

Giving Directions in English

Go up…
It’s on the corner
Go straight ahead
Cross…
Go along…
Turn left
Turn right
Turn left into … Street
It’s in the middle of the block
You will pass a süpermarket on your left
Take this road
Turn right at the crossroads
It’s on your left
It’s on your right
It’s about 100 meters from here
Take the first road on the right
Take the second road on the left
It’s next to…

Ways to Say NO in English

My body says yes, but my heart say no.
Nope
Maybe another time.
I am not accepting anything else at this time.
We appreciate the offer, but …
I’m not really into it, but thanks for asking!
I’d rather not, thanks.
Nah
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.

Ways to Say I MISS YOU

You bring joy to my life.
All I do is think of you.
I love being around you.
I’m infatuated with you.
You crossed my mind.
I appreciate you.
I feel sad without you.
You inspire me.
You are my reason for living.
You occupy my thoughts.
I miss your laugh.
I adore you.
You’re everything to me.
You’re the light of my life.
I’m head over heels for you.
I want a lifetime with you.

Phrases for Staying at a Hotel

Do you have a reservation?
Do you need help with your bags?
Is there anything else we can help you with?
How many guests are with you?
Your room is on the second floor.
Thank you for staying with us!
I’d like to book a room, please.
We really enjoyed our stay.
The room is too noisy.
Can I see the room, please?
Please sign your name here.
More fresh towels are available at the front desk.
I’d like a single room, please.
Can someone help me with my bags?
When I can check-in?
Do you need a wake-up call?

Ways to Say FOR EXAMPLE

For instance
Additionally
Likewise
Note well
As an example being…
In particular
Let’s say…
This includes
As seen in…
E.g.
One example is…
Such as
In addition to
By way of illustration
In a similar case
Especially
If you look at…
Examples include…
As a case in point…
An example being…
This can be seen when
These include…
As an example
Particularly
Like

English Classroom Phrases

Can you help me, please?
Can I go out?
Can I answer the question?
Can I switch off the lights?
Teacher, please can you repeat again?
Can I open the window?
Can we pack our things now?
What page are we on?
I am ready. May I start it?
What is the homework?
Do we have to write this down?
Sorry, for being late.
May I open / close the window?
Can I go to the board?
Can I come in?
Can I pull up the blinds?
Can I pulldown the blinds?
May I join the class/group?
Can you explain it once more, please?
May I go out please?
Is this right?
Is this correct?
I am sorry. I did not hear.
Can you speak louder, please?
Which book?
Can you explain that again?
Whe is the exam?
When is the homework for?
I have done this.
Can I go to the toilet?

Ways to Say HELLO

Good to see you
Hey, boo
Good evening
Good morning
Hello
Hey
How are you feeling today?
Bonjour
Howdy?
How are things?
What have you been up to?
Look what the cat dragged in!
It is nice to meet you
What’s going on?
Good afternoon.
How have you been?
What’s up?
Greeting
Stay safe
Welcome

Phrases in Shopping

Do you have a smaller size?
Where is the changing room?
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.
Would you have this in another color?
Do you have something less pricey (expensive)?
Where is the fitting room?

Ways to Say GOOD LUCK

You’ll do great.
Knock them dead!
You are going to be amazing!
Godspeed
Wishing you all the best!
I wish you luck!
Best wishes.
I hope things will turn out fine..
Blow them away!
You’ll do great!
Wishing you lots of luck!
Fingers crossed!
Wishing you a lot of luck!
You were made for this!
I hope things will work out all right.
May the force be with you.

Ways to Say GOOD JOB

Much better!
You certainly did well today.
That kind of work makes me happy.
Way to go.
That’s it.
Marvelous!
Cool!
Tremendous!
Fantastic!
Excellent!
Super-Duper!
Out of sight.
Now that’s what I call a fine job.
Couldn’t have done it better myself.
Keep working on it; you’re improving.
It’s such a pleasure to teach when
You work like that!
I think you’re doing the right thing.
Terrific!

Ways to Say I AGREE

I see what you mean…
So do I.
I fee that way too.
Definitely.
I agree with you.
Yup
Yep
Absolutely!
You’re absolutely right.
Exactly!
We are of one mind.
You can say that again.
I could not agree with you more my friend.
You’ve hit the nail on the head.
You got it dude.
Our thoughts are absolutely parallel.
You are so right.

Ways to Say I’M SORRY

I shouldn’t have…
Excuse me for…
It’s all my fault.
Please, accept my apologies for…
I apologize for…
Please, forgive me for my…
I must apologize for…
Ever so sory
That’s my fault.
Please don’t be mad at me.
How stupid thoughtless of me.
Please, accept my apologies for…
I’m really ashamed of what I did.
I’m really sorry about what I said.
That was rude of me. I’m sorry.
I hope you’ll forgive me for…
I do apologize for…

Ways to Say GOOD NIGHT

Sleep with angels
Sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite
Let’s start counting the sheeps
Tomorrow is not soon enough. Lets prepare.
Time to dream
Night night
Nite-nite
Have a good sleep
Dream of me
Until tomorrow
Rest time for blossoms
Don’t let the bed bugs bite!
I’ll see you in dreamland
Have sea dreams

Ways to Say I LOVE YOU

I respect you.
You are my reason for living.
You are precious.
You complete me.
You’re the love of my life.
I can’t stop thinking about you.
I lost my heart on you.
You inspire me.
I worship you.
You are my everything.
I need you.
I dreamt about you last night.
You bring happiness to rainly days.
I’ve got you under my skin.
You are the reason I’m alive.
You are my dear.
I’m affectionate for you.
I’m wild about you.
You’re all I see.
I want you.
You are my reason for living.
I lost my heart on you.
You complete me.

Ways to Say BECAUSE

now that
on the grounds that
over
owing to
seeing
as things go
being
by cause of
by reason of
by virtue of
considering
since
thanks to
through
whereas
for the reason that
for the sake of
in as much as
in behalf of
in that
in the interest of

Ways to Say I DON’T KNOW

That requires a bit more research first.
Beats me.
I don’t know anything about …
I’m going to investigate that further.
It’s beyond me.
It’s a mystery to me.
That’s a good question, but I don’t know.
I’m not the best person to answer that.
That’s a good question, I’II check this.
I’m afraid. I’ve no idea.
I can’t remember off the top of my head.
I don’t have any information about that.
That’s exactly what I’m seeking to answer.
Who knows?
Let me check on that.
I’m not 00% sure on that.
I’II double check and let you know.

English Phrases – How to Accept Apologies

I quite understand.
You couldn’t help it.
Forget about it.
Don’t worry about it.
That’s all right.
It doesn’t matter.
Don’t worry. You’re forgiven!
It’s ok.
No need to…
No harm done.
Don’t apologize.
Never mind.
There’s no need to. It’s all right.
Never mind. I quite understand.
Forget about it. I understand.
There is no need. It’s ok.

English Phrases – How to Ask Someone to Repeat Something

Excuse me?
Do you mind repeating that?
Sorry, I didn’t hear what you said.
Sorry, I didn’t catch that.
Could you pleasse repeat that?
Would you mind repeating that?
Pardon?
Sorry
I’m sorry, I don’t understand. Could you repeat that, please?
Let me repeat that just to make sure?

Ways to Say I’M HUNGRY

I’m hungry as a wolf!
I’m hungry as a bear!
Famishing
Flying light
Got the munchies
Hankering
My tummy is talking to me.
I’m freaking hungry!
Eager
Greedy
Keen
Ravenous
Starved
Famished
Hoggish
Hollow
I’m so hungry I could eat a scabby horse.

Ways to Say Good Morning

Good morning, sunshine!
Mornin’ mi Amigo! (Male)
Mornin’ mi Amiga! (Female)
Morning, good looking!
Rise and shine!
Morning!
Wakey-wakey!
Good day to you!
Good morning, Sleeping beauty!

Making Apologies

I do apologize for…
I must apologize for…
Please, accept my apologies for…
I apologize for…
Please, forgive me for my…
I’d like to apologize for…
Pardon me for this…
I am so sorry for…
I’m terribly sorry for…
I shouldn’t have…
Excuse me for…
It’s all my fault.
Please, forgive me for…
I’m ashamed of…
I’m really ashamed of what I did.
I’m really sorry about what I said.
That was rude of me. I’m sorry.
I hope you’ll forgive me for…

Accepting Apologies

No need to…
No harm done.
Don’t apologize.
Never mind.
It’s ok.
Don’t mention it.
That’s OK.
I quite understand.
You couldn’t help it.
Forget about it.
Don’t worry about it.
That’s all right.
It doesn’t matter.
Don’t worry. You’re forgiven!
There’s no need to. It’s all right.
Never mind. I quite understand.
Forget about it. I understand.
There is no need. It’s ok.

Creative Ways to Say NO

Not possible.
By no means.
I’m slammed.
Not for me, thanks.
Unfortunately, that’s not something I can do at this time.
I’m really booked.
Thanks for thinking of me. I really wish I could.
That’s not an option.
This is not negotiable.
I think not.
If only it worked, but …
Not for me my friend, thanks.
I have something else.
I’d like to, but I know I’II regret it.
I really appreciate you asking me, bu t I can’t do it.
I really appreciate you asking me but I can’t commit to that right now.
No, thanks.
Thanks for thinking of me but I can’t
Unfortunately not.
I’m afraid I can’t.
Maybe another time.
I’m sorry I’m busy.
That’s not going to work for me.
Maybe next time.
I’d love to – but can’t.
My body say yes, but my heart say no.
That doesn’t work for me.
I wish I could make it work.
I am honoured that you asked me but I can’t do it.
Sounds tempting, but I’II have to pass.

Ways to Say GOODBYE

Adios
Bye now
Bye-bye
Take it easy
Aloha
Cheerio
I’m off
Gotta go!
Good night
I gotta take off
Talk to you later
Keep in touch
Lovely to meet you
Peace!
See ya!
Catch you later
Have a good one
Be seeing you!

Ways To Say YES

Why not?
Brilliant!
Uh-huh
Willingly
Sure I can!
Cool!
No problem
Yes, what is it?
Exactly!
Absolutely
You bet
Good!
Undoubtly!
I shall!
Si!
As you wish!
Permission granted!
Yes, what can I dofor you?
Precisely!

Ways to Say HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Have a fabulous birthday!
I hope you have a fantastic day.
Have a great one!
Wishin you many more candles to blow.
Many happy returns of the day!
All the best on your special day!
Many happy returns!
I wish you a wonderful birthday!
Have a good one!
May you birthday be filled with laughter!
I wish you all the best on your special day.
I hope you have a fantastic day and a fantastic year to come.
I wish you a wonderful day!
Wishing you a day that is as special as you are!
Congratulations on another year of skillful death evasion!
Hope you have an enjoyable birthday! You deserve it.

Ways to Say HOW ARE YOU?

What’s new?
How’s it going?
How’s everything?
How’s life?
What’sgoing on?
What’s happening?
How do you do?
What are you up to?
How are you doing?
How are you holding up?
Whassup?
How are things going?
How are you been?

Ways to Say I DON’T LIKE IT

I’m not into it.
I can’t stand it.
I hate it.
I’m not a big fan of it.
I’ve had enough.
I’m not crazy about it.
I loathe it.
I am sick of it.
I don’t appreciate it.
I’m not really fond of it.
I’II pass.
I am not passionate about it.
I am not keen on it.
That’s not for me.
I am not a big fan of it.
That’s not my thing.
I’m disinterested in that.

Ways to Say OH MY GOD!

Goodness gracious me!
Oh my!
Holy moly
For heaven’s sake!
Oh Jesus!
Blimey!
For the love of God!
Gosh almighty!
Shitting Hell!
That is bare sick!
Heavens to Betsy!
Holy crap
Oh my goodness!
Oh boy!

Ways to Say I’M TIRED

I’m weary
I’m bushed
I’m beat
I’m done
I’m sleepy
I’m spent
I’m flat out tired
I’m dead-tired
I’m running on fumes
I’m dog tired
I’m tired to the bone
I’m knockered
I’m pooped
I’m exhausted
I’m worn out
I’m dead on my feet
I’m dragging
I’m running on empty

Another Way to Say For Example

Namely
To illustrate
For instance
Additionally
like
One example is…
As a case in point
As an example
Such as
Especially
In a similar case
Also
In addition to
By way of illustration
Likewise
Note well
As an example being…
In particular
Let’s say…
As seen in…
This is illustrated…
Thse include…
Particularly
Note well…

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Hi dear English learners!  We often write texts using the same words and phrases which becomes boring after some time. Let’s try to include more variety in your English speech and writing.  Here are 13 different words and phrases to use for giving examples.

  • For example
  • For instance
  • Such as
  • E.G.
  • I.E.
  • Examples include
  • Namely
  • Specifically
  • In particular
  • Imagine
  • Similarly
  • In case of
  • In other words

Words and Phrases to Use for Giving Examples

For example

Use for example to introduce the facts that support something or as a list with examples.

  • Global warming causes natural disasters, for example, floods, droughts, hurricanes, etc.
  • Let’s say, for example, that many women today are capable of bringing their children up by themselves.
  • The allergy you’ve got may be related to something you ate, for example, tomatoes or dairy products.

For instance

This is just another way of saying for example.

  • This software can translate from a few languages, for instance, Spanish or German, to English.
  • In many countries, for instance, Montenegro and Egypt, Christians celebrate Christmas in January.
  • What can you do, for instance, if a hotel guest gets stuck in an elevator?

Words and Phrases to Use for Giving Examples

Such as

Use such as to give examples of something.

  • People on low-carb diets avoid eating carbohydrates such as bread, rice or potatoes.
  • House appliances such as air conditioning and dishwasher are no longer luxury. 
  • People with poor vision usually wear corrective lenses, such as glasses or contact lenses.

E.G.

An abbreviation e.g. stands for Latin phrase exempli gratia, meaning for example. We use it in writing rather than in speaking language.

  • On farms, people keep domestic animals, e.g. cows, pigs, chickens, etc.
  • Always use the definite article the before the names of the states which are groups of countries or islands, e.g. The USA, The Philippines…
  • When looking for an apartment, people usually choose the ones that are near some institutions, e.g. schools, hospitals, and similar.

Words and Phrases to Use for Giving Examples

I.E.

An abbreviation i.e. (Lat. id est, meaning that is, or in other words) is also be used for giving examples.

  • Please, find enclosed documents, i.e. CV, cover letter and copy of diploma.
  • This film is only for adults, i.e. for people over 18.
  • When you are out with your dog you need to have a litter collector i.e. plastic bag, tissue or similar to collect the litter after your dog.

Examples include

Use the phrase to introduce several examples.

  • The college offers a few courses taught in French. Examples include the French language, French History and Culture and Literature Written in French.
  • There were so many significant inventions in the 20th century that changed the world. Examples include airplanes, cars, television, computer and the internet.

Words and Phrases to Use for Giving Examples

Namely

Use it to give a specific example.

  • The Rainbow Bridge connects two countries; namely, the USA and Canada.
  • Two students were awarded, namely Robert Mitcham and Michael Thorough.
  • The film was inspired by a life of a real person, namely Mary Connor.

Specifically

Use the word to give a specific reason or purpose for something.

  • These coats were designed specifically for men.
  • We went to Spain specifically to visit Barcelona.

Words and Phrases to Use for Giving Examples

In particular

Use the phrase to give a specific example.

  • He mentioned a few reasons for concern when it comes to children’s safety, but he stressed drugs in particular.
  • The things I liked about the house we saw are in particular the heating system and the kitchen.

Imagine

Use imagine when you want people to visualise examples.

  • Of course, you mustn’t talk on your mobile while driving. Imagine what it would be like if people were allowed to talk and drive.
  • Imagine a situation where you are retired and your children left home and have families of their own.

Words and Phrases to Use for Giving Examples

Similarly

Use similarly to add a similar example.

  • We taught our children to respect elderly people. Similarly, we taught them to be modest.
  • His first book had a huge success. Similarly, his second book made him a fortune because they made a film after it.

In case of

Use it to give an example of something.

  • All people present in the building should leave it through the emergency exit in case of fire or earthquake.
  • They built a wall along the river in case of a flood.

Words and Phrases to Use for Giving Examples

In other words

Use the phrase to introduce a clarification or explanation.

  • A number of people are protesting in front of the government building. In other words, they want their requests to be considered.
  • The tax will affect people whose earnings are over £500,000 a year; in other words, rich.

Words and Phrases to Use for Giving Examples

Words and Phrases to Use for Giving Examples

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Published April 6, 2017
· Updated March 12, 2018

In the era of people using internet slang and acronyms, the twisted expressions and office jargon don’t amaze people anymore. Many people get averse to these euphemisms, cliched words and complain that, an average worker becomes deafened to these expressions.

Did you know? One of the reasons employees pay less attention in meetings and conferences is due to redundant use of non-contextual phrases.

These work-faux-paus have become a prominent part of our speech, we don’t even realize the extent and intensity of their usage. Some of these words, however, are relatively apt and need no replacement.

Therefore, it is crucial to understand the meaning of these idioms and jargon used at work place.

Common office phrasesThe most common phrases

  1. Win-win: A situation or result that is beneficial/good for everyone (involved).
  2. Think outside the box: Thinking differently, creatively, outside of normal possibilities. common office phrases
  3. Going forward: From now on. In the future.
  4. Reach out: Attempt to communicateMetaphorically to move forward or upward in order to touch.
  5. Touch base : Briefly make or renew contact with someone.
  6. Give 110% : To give beyond the standard, to exceed expectations. Mathematically, irrational expression!
  7. Paradigm Shift: An overused term since last century, to mean “fundamental change”, “critical adjustment”.
  8. At the end of the day: Unless it is really the end of the day, say ”Finally”, “Ultimately”.
  9. Raise the bar: To expand the limits and reach for the top.
  10. Ball is in your court: It is up to you to make the next decision or step, (it took a while to realize that we were playing a game). common office phrases
  11. Synergy: Basically just a buzz word for team work. The combined effort and result of two or more organizations or people is greater than the sum of their separate effects.
  12. Best of breed: Used to describe the best representative of a breed, a category, a product.
  13. Take it to the next level: to make something better.
  14. It is what it is: To mean, “It is not going to change”.
  15. The bottom line: Meaning, the essential point, inference from something,  (also, Bottom line refers to a company’s net earnings, net income or earnings per share (EPS).
  16. Scalable: The capability of a process to handle a growing amount of work. Or a potential to be enlarged to accommodate that growth. More here.
  17. Down the Road: At a further, later, or unspecified point. Similar to Down the line.
  18. Learn the ropes: Learning the basics of something.
  19. Let’s hit the ground running: To be immediately ready to work when a new activity starts.
  20. Ball-park figure: A rough numerical estimate or approximation
  21. Downsizing: make (a company or organization) smaller by eliminating staff positions.
  22. No-brainer: Something that is obvious and easy to comprehend with no effort.
  23. Open the kimono: A Japanese term for accurately sharing all the necessary and relevant and information.
  24. The elephant in the room (or corner): A large obvious issue, everyone is aware of, but no one wants to talk about it (a sore spot).
  25. Benchmark: is a standard measure or point of reference against which things are compared or assessed.
  26. Let’s take it offline: Instead of randomly saying that, mention specifically, “After the meeting, during the break”.
  27. Let’s circle back: Is an expression for “Let’s discuss this issue at a later time”.
  28. In the pipeline: Something being in process, in queue.common office phrases
  29. Bite the bullet: An expression for “ Make the tough decision” “take a difficult step”’.
  30. I have a lot on my plate: Having more work or responsibilities beyond one’s capability. Then please take a bigger plate next time.
  31. Drastic times call for drastic measures: When you are extremely desperate you need to take extreme actions.
  32. Low-hanging fruit:To pick an easy task or anything that is easily attainable (with little effort). I wish you could pick the low hanging fruit and try to make your speech simple and less complicated.common office phrasescommon office phrases
  33. Back to the drawing board:To start something all over again from the planning process/stage.
  34. The 80-20 rule: It is a rule of thumb that states, “80% of outcomes can be attributed to 20% of all causes for a given event”. In business, the 80-20 is often used to point out that 80% of a company’s revenue is generated by 20% of its total customers.Therefore, the rule is used to help managers identify and determine which operating factors are most important and should receive the most attention, based on an efficient use of resources. Read more: Here
  35. Netnet: is a value investing technique developed by Benjamin Graham in which a company is valued based solely on its net current assets. More here. In general, the term is used to infer the final result of something. Ex: Net-net what do we have pending?
  36. Feel a bit under the weather: Slightly ill. 2 words are more comprehensible and time-saving than the 6-word phrase and there you are speaking all about being productive.
  37. Read between the lines: To understand something that is not obvious or something that is not directly communicated. I read between the lines and all I see is empty white space.common office phrases
  38. My hands are tied: The inability to take any action. You can still run your mouth I guess!
  39. Bite off more than you can chew: Undertake a task that is way too big. I was just improving my productivity in eating.
  40. Curiosity killed the cat Being inquisitive can lead you into an unpleasant situation.
  41. The fact of the matter is This basically says, “What you’ve presented until now was not fact and I’m about to correct you.”
  42. Beat around the bush: Avoiding the main topic. Not speaking directly about the issue. That’s what happens when I ask for a raise or promotion.
  43. Back to square one: To go “back to square one” means to start something over again. This is the reason, I’ve never been able to get out of the box and (think outside the box)
  44. Let the cat out of the bag: To reveal information that was previously concealed. I never knew pets were allowed here.
  45. Push the envelope: To push something to the limit or extend the limits of what is possible.
  46. Move the needle: Make noticeable difference or significant progress in something. Everybody wants to “move the needle,” but without direction this is a waste.
  47. Take with a grain of salt: This means not to take what someone says too seriously. Would you mind a sugar cube? Cos that’s what is best for my coffee.
  48. It takes two to tango Actions or communications need more than one person
  49. Hit the nail on the head Do something exactly right, hitting the right target.
  50. We can’t boil the ocean: Is to express an unreasonable task, or an impossible situation.common office phrases
  51. Throw him/her under the bus: “to betray or sacrifice a person, particularly for the sake of one’s own advancement, or as a means of safeguarding one’s own interests”. Source
  52. Let’s take a deep dive: to understand in depth to find the inner sense or hidden (not so obvious) information.
  53. 360-degree thinking: Itis a way to maximize success and minimize failure. Thinking from all perspectives and people (public, customers, clients) with empathy. Considering the effects and repercussions of your actions before committing to them. More here
  54. Hit the nail on the head:Being 100% accurate in saying or doing something.
  55. Power to the elbow:Getting additional backup information to make your case stronger.
  56. Golden parachute:It is an agreement between a company and an employee (usually upper executive) specifying that the employee will receive certain significant benefits if employment is terminated.
  57. Barking up the wrong tree: Looking in the wrong place. Accusing the wrong persons
  58. Best thing since sliced bread: A good invention or innovation. A good idea or plan..Wait what, didn’t you ask us to think outside the box and be creative?
  59. Don’t count your chickens before the eggs have hatched: Do not make plans for something that might not happen.
  60. Let sleeping dogs lie: Let a situation be as it is – since any disturbance would result in trouble or complications.

Usage:

The prevalence of office jargon masks the reality, exaggerates or in some cases expresses irony. However, boomers, Gen X and Millennials continue to use these, infinitely, to

  • make the truth sound more palatable / mask the impact of actual word
  • seem like an intellectual
  • hide their incompetence
  • sugarcoat the words
  • express irony
  • impress boss and colleagues

“The terms often have little or no relevance. These phrases intentionally create ambiguity. They are humdrum and when excessively used, are annoying too”.

The inherently “busy”-ness nature of everyone’s work makes it even more tedious to interpret the significance of these buzz words.

Therefore, if you want your message heard, just CTC cut the crap! Be direct and simple. Avoid riddles at work.

Try expressing it in your own words rather than using the century old phrases.

Have we missed any phrase here? Please let us know in the comments section.

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Rajeshwari Ogirala

Rajeshwari is a writer, Biz Development Manager. Passionate about people and personal development. Believes in sharing her knowledge and instilling positive work culture in people.

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