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EN: Use 'Hello' followed by a title and a name to greet someone politely in a formal setting.
Hello, Mr. Smith.
EN: In academic settings, it is common and respectful to address instructors by their title (Professor/Prof.) and their last name.
EN: Use 'Please' at the beginning of a sentence to make a command or request polite.
Please open the door.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, it is common for a person in authority (like a professor) to invite a guest to sit down as a sign of hospitality.
EN: Use 'very much' after 'Thank you' to show more gratitude. It acts as an intensifier for the verb 'thank'.
Thank you very much for the gift.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, saying 'Thank you very much' is common in both formal and informal settings to show sincere appreciation, especially when someone has been helpful in a professional context.
EN: Use 'How can I...' to politely offer help or ask for instructions on how to do something.
How can I open this box?
EN: In English-speaking cultures, this is a standard polite way for teachers, receptionists, or service staff to greet someone and initiate assistance.
EN: Use 'have a question about' to ask for more information or help regarding a specific topic.
I have a question about the homework.
EN: In academic settings, it is common and encouraged for students to ask clarifying questions about assignments to ensure they meet expectations.
EN: Use 'Which' followed by a noun to ask someone to choose between specific things.
Which book is it?
EN: In academic settings, using 'Which' shows that the professor knows there are multiple assignments and wants to be specific to help the student better.
EN: Use 'It is' (or the contraction 'It's') to identify or describe a specific thing mentioned before.
It is the blue pen.
EN: In academic settings, 'assignment' is a general term for any task given by a teacher. Using 'the' indicates that both the student and teacher already know which specific task is being discussed.
EN: Use 'What is...' to ask for information about a specific thing or idea.
What is your name?
EN: In a classroom or office setting, 'What is your question?' is a direct and polite way for a teacher or supervisor to invite a student to speak.
EN: Use 'I need' followed by a noun to express a requirement or a problem you want to solve.
I need a pen.
EN: In academic settings, asking for 'clarification' is a very common and polite way to tell a professor you don't fully understand something.
EN: Use 'is about' to describe the subject or content of something.
The book is about animals.
EN: The phrase 'I see' is a common idiom used to show that you understand what someone has just explained. It does not mean you are looking at something with your eyes.
A: The meeting is at 2 PM. B: Oh, I see.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, acknowledging information with 'I see' or 'Okay' is important to show you are actively listening. Following it with 'Thank you' is a polite way to end a brief clarification.
EN: Use the Present Simple tense (Subject + Verb) to give instructions or state facts about a task.
You read the book.
EN: In academic settings, professors often use direct statements like 'You write...' to clarify assignment expectations clearly.
EN: Use 'also' after the subject and before the main verb to add information that is similar to what was previously mentioned.
I also like coffee.
EN: In academic settings, asking for an 'extension' means requesting more time to finish an assignment. It is common to provide a reason when making this request.
EN: Use 'When is...' to ask about the time or date of a specific event.
When is the party?
EN: In academic and professional settings, asking for the 'deadline' is a common and direct way to manage expectations and schedules.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a singular subject (the deadline) with its description or time (Friday).
The meeting is Monday.
EN: In academic and business settings, deadlines are usually strict. If you need more time, it is polite to ask for an 'extension' as Hana did in the context.
EN: Use 'Why do you' to ask for a reason. Follow it with a base verb like 'need', 'want', or 'like'.
Why do you like coffee?
EN: In Western academic culture, it is common and acceptable for students to ask for extensions if they have a valid reason, but they must explain 'why' clearly to the professor.
EN: Use 'am/is/are' + 'busy' to describe someone's current state or schedule.
He is busy today.
EN: In academic or professional settings, 'I am busy' is a common and polite way to explain why you might need an extension or extra help, as long as it is followed by a respectful request.
EN: Use 'can' to give permission or say that someone is allowed to do something.
You can use my pen.
EN: In academic settings, professors often use 'I understand' to show empathy before granting a request like an extension.
EN: Use 'What about + noun?' to ask for information about a new topic or to ask the same question back to someone.
What about the weather?
EN: In academic settings, it is common and acceptable for students to politely ask about their grades or progress during office hours.
EN: Use 'Do not' (or 'Don't') before a verb to tell someone not to do something. This is called a negative imperative.
Do not cry.
EN: In academic settings, professors often use 'Do not worry' to reassure students who are anxious about their performance or grades.
EN: Use 'That is' + adjective + noun to react to information you just heard.
That is a good idea.
EN: In English-speaking academic settings, it is common and polite to express relief or gratitude when a professor gives positive feedback or an extension.
EN: Use 'You are welcome' as a polite response when someone says 'Thank you'.
You are welcome. Have a nice day!
EN: In English-speaking cultures, responding to 'Thank you' is essential for politeness. 'Good luck' is a common way to end a conversation when someone is about to do something important, like an assignment or a test.
Key vocabulary words with IPA pronunciation, definitions, example sentences, and interactive quizzes.
Phrases with type tags, bilingual definitions, usage notes, and example sentences.
To move from a standing position to a sitting position.
Used to wish someone success in something they are going to do.
A polite response when someone thanks you.
An additional period of time to complete a task.
An additional period of time allowed to finish a piece of work or a task beyond the original deadline.
A mark or score given to a student's work, representing the quality of their performance.
A specific task or piece of work allocated to someone as part of a course of study.