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Explore English vocabulary cards for adult ESOL learners. Learn other ways to say everyday phrases such as “good luck”, “thank you” and “I understand”, and express feelings with more confidence.

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Other ways to say Good luck: Best of luck; fingers crossed; you have got this; I hope it goes well.
Other ways to say I do not understand: I am not sure I follow; could you explain that; I did not quite understand; could you say that again.
Other ways to say I do not know: I am not sure; I have no idea; I am not certain; let me find out.
Other ways to say I understand: I see; I get it; that makes sense; I understand what you mean.
Other ways to say I am angry: I am annoyed; I am frustrated; I am furious; I am fed up.
Other ways to say I am hungry: I am starving; I am really hungry; I could eat something; I could eat a horse.
Other ways to say I am scared: I am nervous; I am frightened; I am terrified; I am worried.
Other ways to say I am very busy: I am tied up; I have got a lot on; I am rushed off my feet; I am snowed under.
Other ways to say I am very happy: I am delighted; I am really pleased; I am thrilled; I am over the moon.
Other ways to say I am very sad: I am upset; I am feeling down; I am disappointed; I am a bit low.
Other ways to say I am very tired: I am exhausted; I am worn out; I am shattered; I need some rest.
Other ways to say Sorry: I apologise; my mistake; I am really sorry about that; please accept my apologies.
Other ways to say Thank you: Thanks a lot; I really appreciate it; that is very kind of you; cheers.
Other ways to say You are welcome: No problem; not at all; my pleasure; do not mention it.

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