Speaking Archives - Espresso English https://www.espressoenglish.net/category/speaking/ Learn English online in 15 minutes a day Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:05:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.espressoenglish.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/logo_without_background-150x150.png Speaking Archives - Espresso English https://www.espressoenglish.net/category/speaking/ 32 32 10 informal English expressions I’ve used recently https://www.espressoenglish.net/10-informal-english-expressions-ive-used-recently/ Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:22:08 +0000 http://www.espressoenglish.net/?p=12675  Download lesson PDF Everyday English Speaking Courses You know those expressions that aren’t in textbooks… but real people use them all the time? Today I’m sharing 10 casual English expressions I actually used this week in real conversations. These are phrases native English speakers use without thinking — and they’ll help your English sound […]

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]]> 20 English Phrases With END https://www.espressoenglish.net/20-english-phrases-with-end/ Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:00:55 +0000 https://www.espressoenglish.net/?p=24619 Download lesson PDF Speaking Courses It’s the end of the year… so let’s learn some great English phrases with the word END! These are casual, conversational expressions you might hear in everyday English – so it’s important to know what they mean and how to use them naturally. Loose ends = Unfinished details that still […]

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]]> 15 Spoken English Expressions with the Word NO https://www.espressoenglish.net/15-spoken-english-expressions-with-the-word-no/ Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:15:30 +0000 http://www.espressoenglish.net/?p=6932 Download lesson pdf Everyday English Speaking Course In English, we don’t just say “no.” We also say no dice / no biggie / no way / no contest, and a lot more! These informal expressions are super common in everyday conversations—but most English learners never learn them. So today I’ll teach you 15 “no” phrases […]

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]]> 50 Phrases For Compliments in English https://www.espressoenglish.net/spoken-english-phrases-for-giving-compliments/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:12:17 +0000 http://www.espressoenglish.net/?p=7198  Download Lesson PDF Everyday Speaking Courses Everyone loves getting a compliment – but do you know how to give compliments and respond to compliments naturally in English? In this lesson, you’ll learn 50 useful English phrases for compliments on someone’s appearance, work, cooking, home, and character… plus, natural responses to compliments so you can […]

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]]> 15 English Expressions With The Word STORY https://www.espressoenglish.net/15-english-expressions-with-the-word-story/ Fri, 31 Oct 2025 10:34:40 +0000 https://www.espressoenglish.net/?p=24477 Download free lesson PDF NEW Bite-Sized Stories Course Have you ever noticed English expressions like: story of my life it’s the same old story end of story These phrases are NOT talking about stories like the ones we read in books – they mean something totally different! By the end of this lesson, you’ll learn […]

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]]> 20 Everyday English Phrases For Driving https://www.espressoenglish.net/everyday-english-phrases-driving/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 11:00:24 +0000 http://www.espressoenglish.net/?p=5827 Download Lesson PDF Everyday Speaking Course Do you know how to talk about driving in English, beyond the basic words? Today you’ll learn 20 phrases and expressions that native English speakers use – these are super useful for everyday conversations and road trips! Make sure to download the free lesson PDF so you can review […]

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]]> 10 Cool English Phrases With WHAT https://www.espressoenglish.net/10-conversational-english-expressions-with-the-word-what/ Thu, 09 Oct 2025 05:46:05 +0000 http://www.espressoenglish.net/?p=6447 Download lesson PDF Everyday English Speaking Course What’s the catch? What are you getting at? Whaddayasay? … what on earth do these phrases mean??? Today we’re looking at some informal English phrases that start with “what.” These aren’t simple questions like “What’s your name?” — instead, they’re casual expressions you’ll hear native speakers use – […]

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]]> Unlimited English Speaking Practice with AI Shayna! https://www.espressoenglish.net/unlimited-english-speaking-practice-with-ai-shayna/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:45:27 +0000 https://www.espressoenglish.net/?p=24394 Start unlimited speaking practice today! Imagine if you could call me anytime, day or night, and practice your English… and it was as easy as picking up your phone! 📱 Wouldn’t that be amazing?! Good news: Now it’s possible! I’m so excited to share something brand new with you: 👉 Unlimited speaking practice with AI Shayna! 💬 […]

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]]> English Phrases for Responding to Embarrassing Situations https://www.espressoenglish.net/english-phrases-for-responding-to-embarrassing-situations/ Sun, 14 Sep 2025 06:57:41 +0000 https://www.espressoenglish.net/?p=14589 Download free lesson PDF Everyday English Speaking Courses Learn what to say in English during those awkward and embarrassing moments! This English lesson covers everyday English situations, teaching you real English expressions for speaking English confidently even when you’re embarrassed. If you make a bodily noise: For example, if you burp, fart, cough, or sneeze […]

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]]> Practical English: Responding to bad news https://www.espressoenglish.net/practical-english-responding-to-bad-news/ Sun, 17 Aug 2025 06:44:26 +0000 http://www.espressoenglish.net/?p=1761 Download free lesson PDF Everyday English Speaking Course I’m so sorry to hear that. Say “I’m so sorry to hear that” when you hear about sickness, death, divorce, job loss, financial trouble, big disappointment, and other serious problems or pieces of bad news that can make a person very sad. “My father’s in the hospital. […]

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