speaking patterns Flashcards
in my opinion
Usage: To express a personal belief or viewpoint. Example: In my opinion, what’s the best way to improve education? In my opinion the government should pay for University.
as far as I’m concerned
Usage: To state a personal perspective or belief. Example: As far as I’m concerned, what’s your take on climate change? As far as I’m concerned its man-made climate change.
to be honest
Usage: To introduce a frank or sincere statement. Example: To be honest, how do you find technology? To be honest some technology is more of a hindrance than a help.
I am fond of
Usage: To express liking or enjoyment of something. Example: I am fond of, what do you like doing in your free time? I am fond of traveling to different historical places.
to tell you the truth
Usage: To introduce a truthful or candid remark. Example: To tell you the truth, how do you feel about new trends? To tell you the truth this new trend does not resonate with me.
I have been
Usage: To describe an experience or state that has continued over time. Example: I have been, how long have you been learning English? I have been a subscriber to BBC learning English for many months.
generally speaking
Usage: To make a statement that is usually true or applicable. Example: Generally speaking, what makes a champion? Generally speaking Champions are built from perseverance.
apart from these
Usage: To introduce exceptions or additional considerations. Example: Apart from these, what other challenges do we face? Apart from these we have more challenges to deal with.
there has been
Usage: To indicate an existence or development over time. Example: There has been, what improvements have you seen in technology? There has been substantial Improvement in technology.
a significant number of people
Usage: To indicate a large group of individuals affected by something. Example: A significant number of people, what is a big issue for many? A significant number of people are oppressed by the military rules.
it has become
Usage: To indicate a trend or situation that has developed over time. Example: It has become, what is common nowadays in society? It has become a common Trend in our current Society.
if we think about
Usage: To consider different aspects or implications of something. Example: If we think about the positive aspects of technology, how is it helpful? If we think about the positive aspects of X it is helpful for us.
nobody knows why
Usage: To express uncertainty or lack of understanding about a cause. Example: Nobody knows why, what is puzzling about global warming? Nobody knows why global warming is increasing day by day.
it is believed that
Usage: To express a common belief or accepted idea. Example: It is believed that, what is a common belief about garlic? It is believed that eating Garlic on a regular basis can cure cancer.
compared to
Usage: To draw a contrast between two things. Example: Compared to city life, what is the quality of life in the country? Compared to City Life Country Life is quiet and peaceful.
I’m looking forward to
Usage: To express anticipation of a future event. Example: I’m looking forward to, what are your plans for next month? I’m looking forward to going to Switzerland next month.
good at
Usage: To describe someone’s skill or proficiency in something. Example: Good at, what are the Dutch known for? The Dutch have a reputation for being good at languages.
once you
Usage: To indicate something that happens after a specific condition is met. Example: Once you push it, what happens to the object? Once you push it it keeps going under its own momentum.
thanks to
Usage: To express gratitude for a positive outcome. Example: Thanks to whom, how was the task accomplished? Thanks to their help we accomplished the task on time.
there is nothing as
Usage: To emphasize something as the best or most extreme. Example: There is nothing as, what can be more exciting than meeting an old friend unexpectedly? There is nothing as exciting as meeting an old friend unexpectedly.
I can’t help
Usage: To express an inability to stop a certain feeling or thought. Example: I can’t help, what do you always think about when you think about university? I can’t help thinking about my higher education at Cambridge.
interested in
Usage: To indicate enthusiasm or curiosity about a subject. Example: Interested in, what is your friend curious about? My friend is interested in astronomy and bought a small telescope.
shouldn’t we
Usage: To suggest or question the necessity of an action. Example: Shouldn’t we, what should we consider before installing something? Shouldn’t we read the directions before we install the air conditioner.
it is up to
Usage: To indicate responsibility or obligation. Example: It is up to, who decides on how measures are put into effect? It is up to the regulating authority to put the measures into effect.
if I were
Usage: To express a hypothetical situation or condition. Example: If I were good at a certain subject what would you become? If I were good at math and science I would have become a doctor.
I’d be grateful
Usage: To express appreciation for a favor or request. Example: I’d be grateful if you would do what for me? I’d be grateful if you would send me further details.
in order to
Usage: To indicate the purpose or reason for an action. Example: In order to what is the purpose of the government cutting taxes? the government plans to cut taxes in order to stimulate the economy.
it is so
Usage: To emphasize a high degree or intensity of something. Example: It is so what is a problem that is very hard? the problem was so hard that they cannot solve it.
I wonder if
Usage: To express curiosity or uncertainty about something. Example: I wonder if there are grounds for a scientific experiment? I wonder if there are good grounds for this experiment.
I am sorry to
Usage: To express regret when giving bad news or information. Example: I am sorry to how do you inform people that their application has been rejected? I am sorry to inform you that your application has been unsuccessful.
whether or not
Usage: To indicate that something is true or valid regardless of a condition. Example: Whether or not you pay, will you get the service? Whether or not you use the service they’ll find out the truth.
in fact
Usage: To introduce a true or contrasting statement. Example: In fact, what do you know about her familiarity with technology? In fact her familiarity with modern technology was limited.
at that time
Usage: To refer to a specific moment in the past. Example: At that time, what was her face doing? At that time her face was on the covers of all the magazines.
I would rather
Usage: To indicate a preference between two options. Example: I would rather, what activity would you choose over sitting on the couch? I would rather exercise than sit on the couch all day.
no matter what
Usage: To express that something is true or will happen regardless of circumstances. Example: No matter what happens they will stick together? No matter what happened they vowed to stick by one another.
what I’m trying to
Usage: To clarify the main point or intention of a statement. Example: What I’m trying to tell you what doesn’t really go away? What I’m trying to tell readers is that plastic doesn’t really go away.
speaking of
Usage: To introduce a topic related to the previous one. Example: Speaking of what do you know about honesty? Speaking of honesty I know a lot of people who don’t pay bus fares.
it may surprise you but
Usage: To introduce surprising or unexpected information. Example: It may surprise you but how did you pay off all your debts? It may surprise you but I paid off all the debts in a year.
if I had
Usage: To express a hypothetical situation in the past. Example: If I had seen the advert what would you have done? If I had seen the advertisement I would have applied for the job.
so far
Usage: To describe a situation up to the present moment. Example: So far, what real information do we have? So far we have not received any real information.
it is said that
Usage: To introduce a common saying or belief. Example: It is said that, what about the properties of the spring water? It is said that the spring water has medicinal properties.
what would you
Usage: To ask about hypothetical actions or choices. Example: What would you do if you were on a desert island? What would you do if you were Cast Away on a desert island.
where there is
Usage: To indicate a condition that implies a consequence. Example: Where there is creation what should there also be? Where there is a creation there should be a creator.
I am about to
Usage: To indicate an action that is going to happen very soon. Example: I am about to, what will you do next? I am about to begin another workout session.
you should have
Usage: To express that a past action or decision was necessary or advisable. Example: You should have, what should you have done? You should have the responsibility of your own.
it would have
Usage: To express a hypothetical situation in the past. Example: It would have been better to do the work when? It would have been better to do the work during winter.
as soon as
Usage: To indicate that something will happen immediately after another event. Example: As soon as what should you do to reply to this email? As soon as you should reply to this email as soon as possible.
“make sure”
Usage: To emphasize the need to be certain about something. Example: Make sure that what is closed before you leave? Make sure that the windows are closed before you leave.
regardless of
Usage: To indicate that something is true or will happen despite the circumstances. Example: Regardless of what did you have to go to work? Regardless of the bad weather I had to go to the office.
you should
Usage: To express advice or an obligation. Example: You should what about your health? You should check up your health at least twice a year.
result in
Usage: To indicate the outcome or consequence of an event. Example: Result in, what can happen due to a sleep deprivation? Sleep deprivation can result in cognitive disorders.
how about
Usage: To suggest an idea or activity. Example: How about visiting which place? How about visiting the park in the afternoon.
would you mind
Usage: To make a polite request. Example: Would you mind what would you mind doing for me? Would you mind speaking more slowly please.
it is absolutely
Usage: To emphasize the importance or necessity of something. Example: It is absolutely what do we need to know? It is absolutely critical for us to know the real information.
it can be
Usage: To indicate possibility or difficulty. Example: It can be difficult for whom to get rid of bad teachers? It can be difficult for schools to get rid of poor teachers.
although
Usage: To introduce a statement that contrasts with a previous statement. Example: Although what was the condition of the beach? Although the beach was crowded we still had a lovely day.
as long as
Usage: To state a condition that must be met for something to happen or continue. Example: As long as what do you need to have for not getting lost? As long as we had the flashlight there was no room for unhappiness.
“it is worth”
Usage: To indicate that something has value or is beneficial. Example: It is worth what should you do to improve your communication skills? It is worth learning the English language for better communication.
I intend to
Usage: To express a plan or goal. Example: I intend to what action do you plan to take against teaching methods? I intend to file a very strong criticism of your teaching methods.
I had to
Usage: To indicate a past obligation or necessity. Example: I had to what happened when you were a student? I had to live on bread and water when I was a student.
I have no idea
Usage: To express a lack of knowledge or understanding. Example: I have no idea what animal is there? I have no idea what sort of animals inhabit in this area.
I could have
Usage: To express a possibility or ability in the past that did not happen. Example: I could have what could you have done in your exam? I could have finished my exam in half the time.
show up
Usage: To arrive at or attend a place or event. Example: Show up how many people came to your conference? We had 400 people show up for our conference.
by the way
Usage: To introduce a new topic or question that is related but separate. Example: By the way what happened to the incident? By the way what happened to that incident.
I am afraid
Usage: To express regret or concern about something. Example: I am afraid what happened about the information you were looking for? I am afraid I cannot give you the right information.
“supposed to”
Usage: To indicate an obligation, expectation, or intended action. Example: Supposed to, who should be politically neutral? Journalists are supposed to be politically neutral.
I have to
Usage: To express a need or obligation to do something. Example: I have to what is a reason to complain to someone? I have to complain to him because of his rudeness.
lead to
Usage: To indicate the cause or result of something. Example: Lead to what can this election result cause? This election result could lead to further disputes.
“I prefer”
Usage: To express a choice or liking for one thing over another. Example: I prefer, what do you prefer to drink in the morning? I prefer tea in the morning rather than coffee.
let me
Usage: To make an offer or request to do something. Example: Let me what would you like me to make for you? Let me make a cup of coffee for you.
