To cry your eyes out is a figurative expression that means to cry uncontrollably, a lot or/and for a long time until your eyes become itchy. We use the expression to describe someone who’s excessively unhappy. Let’s see some examples : – When my grandfather died, I cried my eyes out. – Poor boy! He’s […]
Apologizing – I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to hurt your little sister. – So sorry, I had no intention to tell you that. – I’m sorry to have broken it. – I’m sorry but I’ve got to go now. – I’m awfully sorry for what happened yesterday. – I’m deeply sorry. I know it was […]
– My exercices are as difficult as yours. – The lecture in German wasn’t as easy to understand as the one in English. – It seems less interesting than at the beginning. – The United States is twice as big as Spain. – The cost would be much higher than than. – She’s much more […]
Writing Example Example 1 : Example 2 : Professional Housewife How much time do you spend on housework? A website has surveyed 4,000 British housewives. It found that the average mother works nine hours every day. Therefore, a British housewife would earn about €40,000 if she was employed. The average salary in the UK […]
Learn the kind of English you need for social occasions. Here are some expressions you may use to take a taxi, and others to hear from the taxi driver. What you say – Taxi! (in the street) – Could you call a taxi for me, please? – Where can I get a taxi? – Is […]
Learn the kind of English you need for social occasions. Here are some expressions you may use to welcome your visitors, and others to use when visiting someone’s house. What you say – Sorry I’m late. The traffic was terrible. – Sorry, but I think I’m a bit early, aren’t I? – Here’s a little […]