During a conversation, discussion, explanation or whatever it is, you’re expected to show interest, comprehension or acknowledgment of what’s being said. One way of doing so is by saying “I …
When someone says “Welcome”, our response is usually silence or “Thanks”. But it should be more than that. How about a witty response when someone says “Welcome”? You shouldn’t be …
People ask “What’s going on?” to start a conversation, greet someone, or catch up with someone they haven’t seen in a while. It can get awkward if you don’t know …
“Ok” is just a simple two-letter word, but it can have many meanings. Therefore, it’s important to know how to respond to “Ok” in different situations. “Ok” can mean that …
It sucks to make plans with someone, look forward to it, then have the person bail on you. Alas, you must figure out what to say when someone flakes on …
Humans are social creatures, and, when separated, it’s natural for us to miss the company and presence of each other. When you talk to someone you have been away from …
When your friends, family, and even coworkers know you were away for a trip, it’s common for them to ask about it. The next time you see them, you’ll get …
Christmas is right around the corner, so you can expect to hear a lot of Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays greetings going around. For some of us, we come up …
We all know that true beauty lies on the inside, but it doesn’t hurt to be called pretty every now and then, especially by a cute guy who you like. …
“Safe travels” is a term that has a literal meaning. One way of wishing someone “safe travels” is to say “have a safe trip” or “travel safely.” Other ways to …
It is common for friends or family members to borrow money from you when an emergency comes up, but the problem lies in when they owe you and haven’t made …
If you’re introverted or just a little socially awkward, you might not know how to respond to certain things, especially slang like “what’s good”. We’ll get you in the loop …
Saying “in my opinion” gets played out, especially when you’re trying to have a lengthy conversation. There are many other ways to say “in my opinion” or “I think” without …
Okay, so let’s say you agreed to video call someone on Skype or Zoom, and for some reason, you don’t want to anymore. You’ll need good excuses not to video …
Welcome back from your well-deserved holiday. Are you prepared for the “How was your holiday?” questions? Best believe that when you come back from holiday, your friends and family will …
At the end of a conversation, or spending time with someone, it’s customary to send well wishes by saying something like “take care”. But do you plan to say this …
Every now and again, your colleagues or managers will approach you with small talk as a way of being polite or to pass the sometimes-daunting hours at work. So, they’ll …
Saying “I agree” to an opinion is something you encounter daily. There are other ways to say I agree, by using body language, or alternative words to “I agree”. Use …
For some of us, it is hard to stay in one place, and taking flights fulfils our desire to travel. Those around us such as friends and family will want …
Attempting to ask for a discount can end up saving you a lot, especially when buying both expensive and affordable products. Knowing how to ask discount determines whether or not …
As you already know, there are certain rules at school that dictate what a student should or shouldn’t do. It’s similar for online classes, and these are called netiquettes rules …
When you agree with someone or approve of something, your first instinct is to say “yes” to let the other person know what you are thinking. Simply saying “yes” gets …
So, you’ve just woken up, and you’ve realized that you’ve gotten a good morning text from someone. Depending on who it is, you may not know how to respond to …
Truthfully, it gets boring when we said “Nice to meet you” in audio/video calls or face-to-face conversations. Surely, there must be other ways to say nice to meet you to …
When you say or do something nice for someone, that person will likely thank you and you’ll say “you’re welcome.” This type of response to someone who thanks you can …
So, you’re pretty good looking, which means it shouldn’t come as a shock when someone calls you cute. The problem is, however, how to respond when someone calls you cute. …
When writing an email, whether it is for professional, educational, or friendly reasons, it is customary to greet the person by saying something along the lines of, “I hope all …
If you’ve recently been unwell or had a sick friend/relative, one good way to express your appreciation is by crafting simple thank you notes for prayers and support during illness …
It’s wonderful when a guy says that he likes you, but it’s dangerous when you don’t like him back in the same way. This is why it’s necessary to know …
There you are, texting someone and unexpectedly he/she sends a “XOXO” text. You’ve never gotten a text like this, and you don’t even know what it means; you’re likely asking …
Unwanted sexting can be very uncomfortable, especially if the person is your friend who got the wrong idea or even your partner. In this case, it is especially difficult to …
It’s true that you love your friends and family, but sometimes, you would just prefer to have time to yourself. If you miss a party, it’s not the end of …
Every student needs good excuses to miss class, whether or not or they plan to skip class or not. There’s usually one day that a student may decide he/she isn’t …
If you’ve been a tenant for a while and you need to reduce your rent for some reason, here’s how you can do it. You may need to be able …
There are many different reasons behind someone congratulating you, and you will need to how to respond accordingly to show your respect and gratitude. Sometimes, people will congratulate you for …
We cannot avoid criticism entirely because it is likely a part of our work and home culture. Some experts note that it helps to know how to respond to criticism …
A conversation is somewhat like chess, and you’ll know how to respond based on the person’s gesture or what he/she says. By knowing how to respond properly, the game can …
In this frantic world, we are lucky if someone responds to a question that we pose at all. So, when you meet someone that responds quickly, how do you thank …
You can ask any lobbyist, and they’ll tell you that they spend a considerable amount of time learning how to ask for donations. They want to improve their chances of …
“What’s up?” is a phrase used by English speaking people worldwide. “What’s up?” is a greeting, a question, and a show of mutual respect or understanding. Knowing how to respond …