English for Small Talk, Work and School

The most common English sentences for small talk, work and school are “I have a meeting at nine.”, “What is the homework?”, “Nice weather today.”, “I went to the movies.” and “Let's keep in touch.” Below are all 33, grouped by situation. Tap any one to hear it.

33 sentences · 5 situations · #301–333 of 333 · Updated

At work

Meetings, emails, deadlines and breaks.

  1. #301 I have a meeting at nine.
  2. #302 I'm busy right now.
  3. #303 Can we talk later?
  4. #304 Send me the file.
  5. #305 Did you get my email?
  6. #306 I finished the report.
  7. #307 I need a deadline extension.
  8. #318 I work from home.
  9. #319 I'm on a break.
  10. #320 What time do you finish work?

At school

Homework, exams and the classroom.

  1. #308 What is the homework?
  2. #309 The exam is next week.
  3. #310 I passed the test.
  4. #311 I failed the test.
  5. #312 Can you explain again?
  6. #313 I have a question.
  7. #314 Write it on the board.
  8. #315 Open your books.
  9. #316 Listen carefully.
  10. #317 Take notes.

Small talk questions

Easy questions to start a conversation.

  1. #321 Nice weather today.
  2. #322 What are your plans for the weekend?
  3. #324 Do you like sports?
  4. #326 What's your favorite food?
  5. #328 Have you seen this show?

Talking about yourself

Short answers about what you like to do.

  1. #323 I went to the movies.
  2. #325 I play tennis on Saturdays.
  3. #327 I enjoy reading.

Ending a conversation

Leave on a friendly note and keep in touch.

  1. #329 Let's keep in touch.
  2. #330 Text me later.
  3. #331 Let's stay friends.
  4. #332 It was nice talking to you.
  5. #333 See you next time!

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What are the most common English sentences for small talk, work and school?

The most common English sentences for small talk, work and school are “I have a meeting at nine.”, “What is the homework?”, “Nice weather today.”, “I went to the movies.” and “Let's keep in touch.” All 33 are on this page, grouped by situation.

How do I learn to say these English sentences?

Practice in the app, one at a time: hear it, build it from its words, fill the gap, then say it and compare with the native audio.

Are these English sentences free?

Yes. Every sentence on this page and its audio is free to read and hear. In the app the first 3 sentences are free; one payment opens the rest.

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