Basic Words
Hello
Meaning: A greeting used when meeting someone
Example: Hello, how are you today?
Thank you
Meaning: An expression of gratitude
Example: Thank you for your help!
Please
Meaning: Used to make a request more polite
Example: Please help me with this task.
Common Phrases
How are you?
Meaning: A common greeting asking about someone's well-being
Example: "How are you?" "I'm fine, thank you!"
I don't understand
Meaning: Used when you need clarification
Example: I don't understand this question. Could you explain it again?
Grammar
Present Simple
Meaning: Used for habits, routines, and general truths
Example: I work in an office. She speaks English fluently.
Past Simple
Meaning: Used for completed actions in the past
Example: I visited London last year. She studied English at university.
Common Idioms
Break a leg
Meaning: Good luck (used before performances)
Example: "Break a leg in your presentation today!"
Piece of cake
Meaning: Something very easy to do
Example: "The test was a piece of cake!"
Business English
Follow up
Meaning: To check on something or someone later
Example: "I'll follow up with you next week about the project."
Touch base
Meaning: To make brief contact with someone
Example: "Let's touch base on Monday to discuss the details."