English Vocabulary Masterclass Summary

English Vocabulary Masterclass Summary

• Vocabulary Resources: A free vocabulary ebook, downloadable via a link in the video description, is offered for the 2-hour masterclass. The ebook provides definitions, sample sentences, and a 20-question quiz.

Daily Life Phrases

• Looking: Different ways to describe looking at something: look, squint, stare, glare.

• Eating: Describing different ways of eating: eat, nibble, gobble up, devour.

• Cleaning: Different ways to describe cleaning: clean, tidy up, wash, scrub.

• Resting: Different ways to describe resting: lay down, lounge, recline, sprawl out.

• Plants/Water: Describing the state of plants and watering techniques: dry, parched, withered, water, mist, spray, drench.

• Breathing: Describing different ways of breathing or expressing emotion using breath: breathe, sigh, gasp, pant.

• Learning: Describing methods of learning: learn, take in, absorb, master.

Understanding & Disagreeing

• Asking for Info: Politer ways to ask for information: what's that/what's this (basic), do you happen to know, do you have any idea, I'd like to know, I'm wondering.

• Understanding (confirmation): Ways to check for understanding: do you know what I mean?, are you following?, Got it?, Are we on the same page?

• Interrupting politely: Strategies to interrupt politely: excuse me, may I have a word, do you mind if I jump in?, sorry I didn't catch that, is it possible to repeat that?, do you mind if I interrupt you?.

• Agreeing & Disagreeing: Phrases for agreeing (totally, absolutely, right, great), partly agreeing (I see your point, I'm not so sure about that), and disagreeing (that's not always true, I don't agree, I don't think so).

Quick & Easy Phrases (Informal)

• Got it: Demonstrating understanding (direct).
• Got it: Demonstrating understanding or agreeing (indirect).
• Gotcha: Indicating understanding or surprising someone.
• Never mind: Dismissing something.
• Got to go/run: Meaning I need to leave.
• No worries/no problem: Expressing acknowledgment.
• For real: Showing surprise (positive or negative).
• What's that? (emphasis): Asking for repetition due to bad connection or a misunderstanding.
• What's that? (question/ pointing): Asking about an item.

Phrases for Repetition

• Politeness-focused requests for repetition: sorry, sorry what'd you say?, what was that?, come again/how's that/do what/say what/sorry one more time.

• Professional requests for repetition: sorry I didn't catch that, can you run that by me again, could you rephrase that for me?, do you mean?, can you be more specific?, can you elaborate on that?, I'm sorry can you repeat that?, let me make sure I understand this right?, just to clarify.

• Formal requests for repetition: I beg your pardon, excuse me. Use cautiously, as the tone can quickly change from polite to rude.

Daily Life Activities

• Waking up: Phrases describing morning routine.
• Breakfast: Phrases describing breakfast preparation & consumption.
• Commute: Phrases describing travel to work/school.
• Work/School: Phrases for interacting with colleagues/customers.
• Breaks: Descriptions of taking breaks.
• Saying goodbye: Expressions for ending interactions.
• Restaurants: Phrases for dining out.
• Kids: Phrases for playing with children.
• Relaxing/RNR: Phrases for relaxation.
• Bedtime Routine: Phrases describing bedtime.

Real English Expressions

• Swing by/Drop by/Stop by: Short Visit(s)
• We'll see: Indicate uncertainty.
• I'll get back to you: Inform that a response will follow.
• Let's go for it: Take quick action.
• Take a breather: Relax/take a break.
• I'll do it in a sec: A short delay.
• Just the [number] of us: A small group of people.
• Off they went: A sudden departure.
• Show me how it's done: Test or challenge abilities.
• A new phase in life: Life transition.
• To your heart's content: As much as you want.
• You never know: Expressing possibility.
• Take it easy: Relax.
• I thought it was a good idea: Reflecting on a past decision's validity.
• Save the rest for later: Put a pause in consumption to save for later.

Advanced Vocabulary

• All over the map: A confusing conversation.
• Get the hang of it: Learning something new.
• Before you know it: Something will happen soon.
• Head over heels: Completely in love.
• Keep me posted/in the loop: Providing updates.
• Let someone off the hook: Avoid punishment.
• So far so good: Things are going well thus far.
• Speak of the devil: Someone appears unexpectedly when they were previously discussed.
• You could say that again: Express strong agreement.
• Can't wrap my head/brain around it: Difficulty understanding or comprehending something.
• It's not rocket science: Something is not complicated.
• Let's call it a day: Finishing work/discussion.
• Ruffles my feathers: Irritates/annoys someone.

Difficult Times Phrases

• How disappointing: Expression of disappointment.
• Unfortunate: Expression of luck or bad luck.
• Not ideal: Situation isn't the best.
• Discouraging: Negative experience.
• Nuts/Crap/Dang it: Minor inconveniences or annoyance.
• Oh man/That sucks/That's a bummer: Disappointment.
• Come on seriously/You got to be kidding me: Expression of disbelief.
• Why God why?: Overly dramatic questioning of life.
• Too bad/It's a shame/It's a Pity/Awful/Devastating/Can't imagine.: Expressions for serious situations.