♥ English 21

Last 20 years

Definition:

Can function or can be used for 20 years

Example:

“This refrigerator lasted 20 years! This brand is totally trusted!”

I’m sorry to hear…

Definition:

When something bad happens to someone, say this to show you care.

Example:

“I’m sorry to hear about your mother. If you need anything or someone to talk to, I’ll be right there.”

Would you prefer x or y?

Definition:

Do you want x or y?

Ask this when you give someone a choice.

Example:

“Would you prefer chocolate truffle ice-cream or chocolate mint ice-cream?”

From now on

Definition:

Starting now and continuing forever

Example:

“From now on, you are a part of our big family! Welcome, Jane!”

That’s funny

Definition:

That’s strange

Example:

“That’s funny! I thought I just place the cake on the table.”

There’s nothing I can do (about it)

Definition:

Say this when you cannot help someone.

Example:

“There’s nothing I can do about it. What done is done.”

I’d better let you go

Definition:

Say this to end a phone call politely.

Example:

“I’d better let you go, Mrs Jing. Keep in touch!”

Look into something

Definition:

Investigate; research.

Example:

“Thanks for reporting. We’ll look into the problem right away!”

Reach someone

Definition:

Contact someone by phone, e-mail, fax, etc.

Example:

“I’ll reach you as soon as I finish my project.”

Get by

Definition:

Manage but with difficulty.

Example:

“I don’t have much money but I think I can get by if I don’t over spend.”