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🗣️ 5 Phrases Native English Speakers Actually Use

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Hey English legends! 🌟
Ever feel like you’re speaking correct English… but it still doesn’t sound natural, like how native English speakers really talk?

You’re not alone — and that’s exactly what we’re fixing today.

In this post, you’ll learn 5 real English phrases that native speakers use in everyday conversation — not the stiff, outdated stuff from textbooks. These are the kind of modern English expressions that’ll help you sound more fluent and speak English like a native. No boring grammar, no “thou shalt not” — just English you can actually use. 😎


💬 1. “I’m not really feeling it.”

Meaning: I don’t want to do that / I’m not in the mood

This is a polite, soft way to say “no,” especially about plans or activities.

🧠 Example:

A: Want to go to that party tonight?
B: Meh, I’m not really feeling it. I think I’ll stay in.

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💬 2. “Let’s play it by ear.”

Meaning: Let’s decide later / Let’s see how it goes

This is used when you don’t want to make a solid plan — you’re being flexible.

🧠 Example:

A: Should we meet at 6 or 7?
B: Hmm, let’s play it by ear. Depends on traffic.

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💬 3. “I’m swamped.”

Meaning: I’m really busy

Way cooler than just saying “I’m busy.” Native speakers use this one a lot at work or school.

🧠 Example:

A: Hey, can you help me with this project?
B: Ugh, I’d love to, but I’m totally swamped this week.

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💬 4. “That’s not really my thing.”

Meaning: I don’t like that / That’s not my style

Use this when something just isn’t for you — no judgment, just vibes.

🧠 Example:

A: We’re going hiking all weekend! Want to come?
B: Hmm… to be honest, that’s not really my thing. I’ll pass.

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💬 5. “You nailed it!”

Meaning: You did it perfectly / Great job!

Super common for compliments — casual and fun!

🧠 Example:

A: I gave my first presentation in English today!
B: No way! You nailed it! 👏

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📝 Mini Quiz: Can You Choose the Right Phrase?

1. Your friend invites you to go bungee jumping. You hate heights. What do you say?
[ ] I’m swamped
[✅] That’s not really my thing
[ ] Let’s play it by ear

2. You don’t want to plan dinner yet. What phrase fits best?
[✅] Let’s play it by ear
[ ] I’m not really feeling it
[ ] You nailed it

3. You’re extremely busy with school and can’t hang out. What do you say?
[✅] I’m swamped
[ ] I’m good, thanks
[ ] I’m chilling

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🧠 Quick Recap

PhraseWhat it means
I’m not really feeling itI don’t want to / not in the mood
Let’s play it by earLet’s decide later
I’m swampedI’m very busy
That’s not really my thingI’m not interested
You nailed it!Great job / Perfect!

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Choose one phrase and write your own example sentence!
I’ll read them and reply with feedback. 😊


Want more posts like this? I’ve got tons of native-sounding phrases, slang, and expressions coming your way — all explained in plain English.

Let me know what you’d like to learn next!

Top English Grammar Books

  1. English Grammar in Use by Raymond Murphy
  2. When Bad Grammar happens to Good people by Ann Batko
  3. An A-Z of English Grammar and Usage by Geoffrey Lee , Benita Cruickshank and Roz Ivanic
  4. Grammar Scan by Micheal Swan/David Baker
  5. Natural Grammar by Scott Thornbury
  6. The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation by Jane Straus
  7. Practical English Usage by Micheal Swan
  8. Longman Student Grammar of Spoken and Written English by Douglas Biber, Susan Conrad and Geoffry Leech

 

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