Speak Better English with Harry Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 551
Sep 3, 2025
Discover ten natural ways to say "hurry up" in English! Learn phrases you can confidently use at home, school, or work. The discussion emphasizes the relevance of context and intonation, especially in urgent situations like prompting children. Get familiar with expressions such as 'get your skates on' and 'on your bike' to enhance your everyday conversations. Practicing these can help improve your fluency and make your spoken English sound more natural.
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Use "Come On" To Push Urgency
- Use "Come on" with rising intonation to hurry someone in casual situations.
- Say it repeatedly ("Come on, come on") to show urgency when time is tight.
Tell Someone To "Get A Move On"
- Tell someone "Get a move on" to push them to stop dawdling and move faster.
- Use it with examples like getting ready for training or a piano lesson to sound natural.
Say "Chop Chop" For Fast, Friendly Orders
- Use the informal "Chop chop" for brisk, friendly commands in group settings.
- Combine it with a clap or strong voice to signal authority without rudeness.