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3 Real-Life English Conversations
Conversation 1: Making Plans for the Weekend
Person 1: Yo, what’s the game plan for the weekend?
Person 2: Eh, I’ve been on the fence, maybe thinking about catching a movie or something. What about you?
Person 1: Was kinda hoping to take advantage of the weather, and hit up a hiking trail if it’s nice out. You down?
Person 2: Oh, for sure! I haven’t hit the trails in forever. Count me in.
Person 1: Sweet! Let’s meet up at the park entrance, 9 AM Saturday. Cool?
Person 2: Perfect. I’ll bring some snacks and water.
Person 1: Good deal! It’s a plan. See you there.
Definitions and Examples : CANVA (1 Page per word/expresssion)
Game plan: A strategy or plan of action.
1. Our game plan for the project is to divide the tasks among the team members.
2. The coach discussed the game plan with the players before the match.
3. What’s your game plan for improving your English skills?
On the fence: Undecided or unsure about something.
1. She’s on the fence about whether to accept the job offer or not.
2. I’m on the fence about going to the party tonight.
3. He’s been on the fence about which college to attend.
Catching a movie: Going to watch a movie at a theater.
1. We’re thinking of catching a movie tonight. Want to join?
2. I love catching a movie on the weekends.
3. After dinner, we decided to catch a movie.
Take advantage of: To make good use of an opportunity.
1. You should take advantage of the free gym membership.
2. I took advantage of the sale and bought a new phone.
3. Let’s take advantage of the good weather and go for a picnic.
Hit up: To visit or go to a place.
1. Let’s hit up that new restaurant downtown.
2. We hit up the mall to do some shopping.
3. They hit up the beach every summer.
Hit the trails: To go hiking or walking on trails.
1. We love to hit the trails every Saturday morning.
2. She’s planning to hit the trails in the national park.
3. After work, he likes to hit the trails to relax.
Cool: An informal way to agree or show approval.
1. “Can we meet at 6 PM?” “Cool.”
2. “I’ll bring the drinks.” “Cool, thanks!”
3. “We’re going to the concert tonight.” “Cool, have fun!”
Good deal: An agreement or arrangement that is favorable.
1. “I’ll do the dishes if you cook dinner.” “Good deal!”
2. “You can have the last piece of cake.” “Good deal!”
3. “Let’s split the cost of the gift.” “Good deal!”
Conversation 2: Ordering Food at a Restaurant
Person 1: So, what looks good to you here?
Person 2: I’m leaning towards the spaghetti. You?
Person 1: I’m thinking the pizza might be the move. Ever tried it?
Person 2: Nah, haven’t had the pleasure. Is it good?
Person 1: Oh, absolutely. It’s legit. Highly recommend.
Person 2: Alright, you sold me. Let’s go with the pizza. Good looking out!
Person 1: No doubt. Let’s eat!
Definitions and Examples
Leaning towards: Inclining or considering a particular option.
1. I’m leaning towards buying the blue dress.
2. He’s leaning towards taking the job offer.
3. We’re leaning towards vacationing in Europe next summer.
Be the move: To be the best choice or option.
1. Going to the beach might be the move this weekend.
2. Ordering takeout is definitely the move tonight.
3. For a quick lunch, the sandwich shop is the move.
It’s legit: It’s genuine, authentic, or very good.
1. This new restaurant is legit; the food is amazing.
2. His advice on investing is legit and worth following.
3. The concert last night was legit; we had a great time.
Sold me: Convinced me to do or believe something.
1. You sold me on the idea of joining the gym.
2. Her presentation sold me on the new product.
3. He sold me on trying the new restaurant.
Let’s go with: To choose or decide on something.
1. Let’s go with the blue paint for the living room.
2. We’re not sure what to eat. Let’s go with pizza.
3. For the movie night, let’s go with a comedy.
Good looking out: An expression of gratitude for someone’s consideration or assistance.
1. Thanks for reminding me about the meeting. Good looking out!
2. Good looking out, man. I forgot my keys at home.
3. She brought an extra umbrella for me. Good looking out!
No doubt: Certainly or definitely.
1. No doubt, this is the best pizza in town.
2. He’s no doubt the best candidate for the job.
3. No doubt, we’ll have a great time at the concert.
Conversation 3: Asking for Directions
Person 1: Hey, sorry to bother you, but I’m trying to find the library.
Person 2: Oh, no problem at all. Just go straight down this way, then hang a left at the next block.
Person 1: Straight and then a left, got it. Is it a bit of a walk?
Person 2: Not really, it’s just around the corner, maybe five minutes tops.
Person 1: Awesome, thanks so much. Really appreciate it.
Person 2: Don’t mention it. Enjoy your time over there!
Definitions and Examples
Sorry to bother you: A polite way to apologize for interrupting someone.
1. Sorry to bother you, but do you have a minute to talk?
2. Sorry to bother you, but could you help me with this?
3. Sorry to bother you, but I need to ask a quick question.
No problem at all: A polite response indicating that something is not an inconvenience.
1. Can you help me move this table? No problem at all.
2. Thanks for lending me your book. No problem at all.
3. Could you pass me the salt? No problem at all.
Hang a left: An informal way to say “turn left.”
1. At the next intersection, hang a left.
2. You’ll see a big sign; hang a left there.
3. After the gas station, hang a left into the parking lot.
A bit of: A small amount or slight degree.
1. Can I have a bit of sugar in my tea?
2. There’s a bit of confusion about the schedule.
3. He showed a bit of interest in the project.
Around the corner: Very close or nearby.
1. The coffee shop is just around the corner.
2. Her office is around the corner from the main entrance.
3. The bookstore you’re looking for is around the corner.
Five minutes tops: No longer than five minutes.
1. I’ll be ready in five minutes tops.
2. The walk to the store is five minutes tops.
3. We’ll arrive at the station in five minutes tops.
Don’t mention it: You’re welcome; it was no problem.
1. Thanks for the help! Don’t mention it.
2. I appreciate your advice. Don’t mention it.
3. Thanks for picking me up. Don’t mention it.