Every row below starts with a correct but very basic A2 sentence — the kind you learn first. Next to it are several ways a real native speaker would express the exact same thing at a C1 level. You don't need to memorize all the alternatives for each phrase — just start swapping one or two into your own speech at a time.

Everyday Phrases by Category

20 categories, 600 phrase pairs, over 1,800 C1-level alternatives in total.

Opinions & Beliefs

Wishes & Preferences

Social Life & Work

Emotions & Health

Daily Actions

Problems & Solutions

Communication & Questions

Travel & Getting Around

Shopping & Money

Time & Plans

Weather & Nature

Food & Dining

Family & Relationships

Technology & Internet

Home & Housing

Studies & Education

Sports & Leisure

Debates & Disagreements

Emergencies & Health

Meetings & Office Work