🌟 25 Everyday English Phrases Indians Can Use to Sound More Natural
- yespriyaitis
- Jul 16
- 3 min read
By Miss Priya | English with Priya
Do you ever feel like your English sounds too formal or textbook-style? You’re not alone! Many Indian learners of English translate directly from Hindi, which leads to unnatural expressions. In today’s blog post, I’ll share 25 everyday English phrases that native speakers use—phrases that will make your English sound more fluent and natural.
🔹 Why You Should Use Everyday Phrases
Using simple, casual phrases makes conversations more friendly and confident. These expressions are easy to remember and can be used at home, work, or even online chats.
✅ 25 Natural English Phrases (with examples):
What are you up to?(= What are you doing?)“Hey! What are you up to this weekend?”
Long time no see!(= We haven’t met in a long time)“Oh wow! Long time no see. How have you been?”
Let’s catch up soon.(= Let’s meet and talk soon)“We should catch up over coffee sometime.”
I’m running late.(= I will be late)“Sorry! I’m running late by 10 minutes.”
No worries!(= It’s okay / Don’t worry about it)“Thanks for telling me. No worries!”
It slipped my mind.(= I forgot)“I was supposed to call you but it totally slipped my mind.”
I’m not sure.(= I don’t know exactly)“I’m not sure if she’s coming today.”
Fingers crossed!(= Hoping for a good result)“My exam results are out tomorrow. Fingers crossed!”
That sounds great!(= I like the idea)“Dinner at your place? That sounds great!”
I’m in!(= I agree / I’ll join)“Movie night? I’m in!”
That’s awesome!(= That’s great / wonderful)“You got the job? That’s awesome!”
You nailed it!(= You did it perfectly)“Your presentation was amazing. You nailed it!”
Hang on a second.(= Wait a moment)“Hang on a second, I’ll check the details.”
It’s not a big deal.(= It’s okay / Don’t worry)“You made a small mistake, but it’s not a big deal.”
I’m just browsing.(= I’m only looking, not buying yet)“Can I help you?” “No thanks, I’m just browsing.”
Take care!(= A way to say goodbye politely)“See you next week. Take care!”
I’ll get back to you.(= I’ll reply later)“Let me check and I’ll get back to you.”
You bet!(= Of course / Definitely)“Will you be at the meeting?” “You bet!”
Make yourself at home.(= Feel comfortable here)“Come in! Make yourself at home.”
I’m on it!(= I’ll do it now)“We need those reports ASAP.” “I’m on it!”
Let’s grab a bite.(= Let’s eat something)“It’s lunch time. Let’s grab a bite.”
I’m broke.(= I have no money)“I’d love to go out, but I’m broke this week.”
Don’t take it personally.(= Don’t feel hurt / offended)“I had to give honest feedback—don’t take it personally.”
I didn’t catch that.(= I didn’t hear or understand)“Sorry, I didn’t catch that. Can you repeat?”
It’s up to you.(= You decide)“Where should we go?” “It’s up to you!”
🔍 Common Mistake to Avoid
❌ “I did a mistake.”✅ “I made a mistake.”
“Make” is the correct verb for mistake, not “do.”
📝 Quick Activity
Write a short dialogue between two friends using at least 5 of the phrases above. You can even record yourself and practice speaking aloud!
💬 Your Turn!
Which phrase are you going to start using from today?Comment below and share your favorite!
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