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A warm way to ask about someone's life since you last met.

e.g. “Hey Marcus! How have you been? I haven't seen you in months!”

A cheerful greeting when meeting someone after a long time.

e.g. “Long time no see! What have you been up to lately?”

An informal way to say goodbye, implying you'll meet again.

e.g. “I've got to run to a meeting — catch you later!”

A warm, caring farewell expression.

e.g. “It was great seeing you, Sofia. Take care!”

A casual way to invite someone to share recent updates.

e.g. “Haven't talked in a while — what's new with you?”

A relaxed response meaning nothing special is happening.

e.g. “"What have you been up to?" — "Not much, just the usual. Work and home."”

An exclamation expressing surprise or disbelief at something unexpected.

e.g. “"She got promoted twice in one year!" — "That's wild! Good for her."”

An enthusiastic way to agree to a suggestion or arrangement.

e.g. “"Let's meet at the café at noon." — "Sounds like a plan!"”

To return to a topic or discussion at a later time.

e.g. “We're running out of time — let's circle back on this after lunch.”

To include someone in a conversation, email thread, or plan.

e.g. “I'm emailing the client now — I'll loop you in so you're up to date.”

Asking someone if they can handle or accept a task or responsibility.

e.g. “We need someone to lead the onboarding session — can you take this on?”

To start something, especially a project or plan.

e.g. “We've been planning long enough — let's get the ball rolling on the launch.”

Ordering the same thing as someone else, often because it looks good.

e.g. “"What can I get you?" — "Actually, I'll have what she's having — that looks amazing."”

Asking for the bill at a restaurant (American English).

e.g. “We're ready to go — could we get the check, please?”

Politely asking for help finding a place or understanding something.

e.g. “Excuse me, I'm looking for the train station — could you point me in the right direction?”

Asking if a seat is available or if someone is already using it.

e.g. “The café was crowded — she walked up and asked, "Is this seat taken?"”

An informal way to admit a small mistake.

e.g. “Oh, I sent the email to the wrong person — my bad!”

A reassuring response telling someone not to feel bad about something.

e.g. “"Sorry I'm late!" — "No worries at all! We just started."”

To be undecided or neutral about something.

e.g. “"Do you want to come to the party?" — "I'm on the fence about it — I'll let you know tomorrow."”

Something that feels very personally relevant or emotionally powerful.

e.g. “That documentary about working parents — it really hits home for me.”

Asking if someone is interested in or willing to do something.

e.g. “We're thinking of going hiking this Saturday — are you up for it?”

Enthusiastically agreeing to join something.

e.g. “"We're doing a movie night Friday — want to join?" — "Count me in!"”

Asking a shop assistant if an item is available in another size.

e.g. “She picked up the jacket and asked, "Do you have this in a different size? This one's too small."”

Politely letting a salesperson know you don't need help right now.

e.g. “"Can I help you find anything?" — "I'm just browsing, thanks."”

Politely asking someone to talk louder, especially on the phone.

e.g. “"Hello, this is the front desk." — "Sorry, could you speak up a little? The line is noisy."”

Telling someone you will return their call very soon.

e.g. “"Can you talk?" — "I'm in a meeting — I'll call you right back in five minutes."”