Functional Language For A1 Beginner
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Welcome to your essential guide for A1 Functional Language. Below you will find the most important phrases you need for "survival English," helping you to introduce yourself, order food, and ask simple questions with confidence. Because this list is comprehensive, we have split it across three pages. Use the Table of Contents below to jump straight to a specific topic, or to navigate quickly to Page 2 and Page 3.
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Asking for Opinions
- What do you think?
- Do you like it?
- What do you think about...?
- How is the food?
Example Context
Anna:
Look at this new coat. Do you like it?
Tom:
Yes, it is very nice.
Anna:
What do you think about the colour?
Tom:
I think blue is a good colour for you.
Giving Opinions
- I think...
- I think it is... (good / bad / interesting)
- I like it. / I don't like it.
- It is nice...
Example Context
Waiter:
How is the meal?
Sarah:
I think it is delicious.
Waiter:
And the wine?
Sarah:
I don't like it. It is too sweet.
Expressing Agreement
- I agree.
- You are right.
- Me too.
- That is true.
Example Context
Ben:
London is very expensive.
Lisa:
Yes, you are right.
Ben:
I want to move to a smaller city.
Lisa:
Me too.
Expressing Disagreement
- I don't agree.
- I don't think so.
- No, that is wrong.
- I am not sure.
Example Context
John:
English grammar is easy.
Maria:
Sorry, I don't agree. It is difficult!
John:
But the verbs are simple.
Maria:
I don't think so. Irregular verbs are hard.
Making Suggestions
- Let's... (go / play / eat)
- Why don't we...?
- Do you want to...?
- Shall we...?
Example Context
Alex:
I am bored.
Sam:
Let's go to the cinema.
Alex:
I am tired. Why don't we watch a film at home?
Sam:
Okay, good idea.
Responding to Suggestions
- Yes, that is a good idea.
- Okay, let's do that.
- No, I can't.
- Sorry, I am busy / tired.
Example Context
Sam:
Let's play football in the park.
Ben:
No, I can't. I am very tired.
Sam:
Okay. Why don't we watch TV?
Ben:
Yes, that is a good idea.
Asking for Information
- Where is...?
- How much is...?
- What time is...?
- When is...?
Example Context
Tourist:
Excuse me. Where is the station?
Local:
It is near the bank.
Tourist:
Thank you. And when is the next train?
Local:
At 5 o'clock.
Asking for Advice
- What do you think?
- Help me choose.
- Which one is good?
- What should I do?
Example Context
Lisa:
I like the red dress and the blue dress. Help me choose.
Amy:
The blue one is very nice.
Lisa:
It is expensive. What do you think?
Amy:
Buy the red one. It is cheap.
Giving Advice
- You should...
- Don't...
- Be careful.
- Buy the... / Go to... (Imperatives)
Example Context
Paul:
I have a headache.
Doctor:
You should drink water and sleep.
Paul:
Can I go to work?
Doctor:
No. Don't go to work today.
Asking for Clarification
- I don't understand.
- Can you repeat, please?
- Please speak slowly.
- What does "..." mean?
Example Context
Teacher:
Please complete the assignment by Tuesday.
Student:
Sorry, I don't understand. Can you repeat?
Teacher:
Finish your homework on Tuesday.
Student:
Thank you. What does "assignment" mean?
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