Everyday English

Typical phrases and expressions that we use in spoken English

How to Interrupt Politely
Alex Case
How to smoothly and gently get the chance to speak, including the most useful and politest interrupting phrases and tactics.

How to Use ACTUALLY
Alex Case
The many ways to use the incredibly useful word “actually” in real communication

How to Thank People in English
Alex Case
A guide to using the perfect thanking phrase for every situation, with a review of basic, formal, strong and specific thanking phrases in English

How to Apologise in English
Alex Case
A detailed guide to saying sorry in English, including basic and more complex apologising phrases

How to Disagree in English
Alex Case
Tactics and phrases for polite and more direct disagreement in English

How to Disagree Politely
Alex Case
10 ways to make disagreeing softer and more polite

How to Make Requests in English
Alex Case
Asking for things and asking for help