♥ English 30

Can I ask what it’s regarding?

Definition:

Ask this to learn why someone wants to speak to someone.

Example:

A: “May I speak to Mr. Valen?”

B: “Can I ask what it’s regarding?”

A: “It’s regarding his account with Charta Bank.”

Has nothing to do with something/ someone

Definition:

Does not concern or involve someone/ something

Example:

“It has nothing to do with you. It was my own problem and I have settled it.”

Can’t make it

Definition:

Not able to attend

Example:

“I can’t make it on Friday. Is it possible that the outing postpone to Sunday?”

Make sure

Definition:

Confirm; ensure

Example:

“Make sure you finish your homework before you go out and play.”

An hour late

Definition:

NOT late an hour

Example:

“Hey, I’m stuck in traffic. I will be 30 minutes late. Sorry for the inconvenient.”

Dressed up

Definition:

Wearing their best clothes

Example:

“She only dressed up when she need to attend special event.”

Must be

Definition: 

Say this when you are 95% sure about something.

Example:

“I called Mina a few times but no one answered the phone. Her phone must be in silent mode again.”

On the other hand

Definition:

Say this before you give an opposite or contrasting idea.

Example:

“Teaching is fun. On the other hand, it’s quite challenging.”

To tell you the truth

Definition:

Say this when you want to speak honestly – often before saying something negative.

Example:

“He is smart, but to tell you the truth, he is weak in leadership.”

Put someone in charge

Definition:

Give someone the job of leader or supervisor

Example:

“Senior decided to put Jake in charge of the performance.”