Spoken English | 100 English Phrases for Small Talk and Everyday Conversations [501]

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Start, sustain and end small talk in English with 100 conversational phrases. You’ll hear questions, replies and closing expressions for meeting new people, catching up and chatting with colleagues.

“Have you tried any good restaurants lately?” opens a conversation about food. “What have you been up to lately?” invites someone to share recent news. “It’s been a pleasure talking with you” offers a polite ending.

The lesson covers weather, holidays, hobbies and other familiar topics, showing how everyday English conversation develops through questions and responses.

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