Top 10 Essential English Phrases for Your U.S. Trip Traveling to the United States? Memorize these ten phrases and you’ll handle airports, hotels, and everyday questions with ease. 1. “Excuse me, could you help me, please?” Polite opener that makes strangers more willing to assist. 2. “Where can I find the …?” Swap in restroom, baggage claim, ATM—anything you need. 3. “I need to check in, please.” Works at the airline counter and the hotel front desk. 4. “What time does it board?” Ask this at the gate so you don’t miss your flight. 5. “Could you print my boarding pass?” “Could you…?” sounds friendlier than “Can you…?” 6. “I have a reservation under [Your Name].” Standard way to start the hotel check-in process. 7. “Is breakfast included?” Quick way to learn if your morning meal is free or extra. 8. “Could I get the Wi-Fi password, please?” Wi-Fi = /WHY-fye/ in American English. 9. “How much is this?” Use in shops, taxis, or markets; remember U.S. sales tax is added at checkout. 10. “Thank you, I really appreciate it!” A warmer, more genuine version of “Thanks.” Need more practice? Book a trial lesson with me or listen to my English from the Beach podcast for more mini-lessons. Safe travels!

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I bought a lot of clothes today when I hung out. That really made my day. It seems like I didn’t buy anything this year. So I sort of indulged myself. But actually I just wanted to pamper myself for passing through the interview where I performed so excellently the other day . I wonder why I could accept spending so much money on buying clothes one time for myself while I definitely wouldn’t buy one piece which cost over 100rmb. Maybe my consumption concepts changed anyway. That’s not bad. I should care more about myself from now on or no one will feel for me indeed

No fight but mostly quarrels about some topics such as managing money or choosing my curriculum.

Are both sentences OK? I'm talking about a past event. If I say; ** I had experienced something I had never experienced before. ** It has happened recently. If I say ** I experienced something that's never happened to me before. **

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If learning English really worked, why does it disappear when your career is on the line? Many adult learners use English regularly and feel comfortable in low-pressure situations. They can read, listen, and prepare answers in advance. However, during important moments — such as job interviews, meetings, or conversations with senior colleagues — English may suddenly feel difficult to access. This experience often leads learners to believe they need more vocabulary, more grammar practice, or more courses. While language knowledge is important, high-stakes situations introduce additional factors. Pressure, responsibility, and fear of making mistakes can affect how people think and respond. As a result, familiar words may not come out as expected. This does not mean that learners lack ability or effort. It highlights the difference between knowing a language and using it confidently under pressure. Recognizing this gap can help learners better understand their experience and reflect on why progress sometimes feels inconsistent, even after many years of study. Written by Anatoly Glazkov

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I found a dance studio that provided very affordable lessons at the center of the city. It definitely won't happen in the capital city. There are just too many learners in the evening. Fortunately, I don't work, so I can go there during the daytime. Despite appreciating the classical style in traditional Chinese dance, I really can't do any forms of ultimate art. Even though it's a very easy-to-follow class, I can't follow all the steps. When I can't follow some steps, I can't help but worry about them. The nervousness makes me unable to concentrate on the following movements, let alone body emotions. Fear of dancing started at primary school. I was too nervous when I attended a dance lesson for the first time, so I couldn't control my hands. The teacher punished me. And the second time was when I was at university; we enrolled in street dance. The pace was fast, and I failed my PE.