Speak Better English with Harry Speak Better English with Harry | Episode 550
Aug 27, 2025
Explore ten essential English idioms featuring 'speak' and 'talk' that help elevate your conversational skills. Discover how these expressions can enhance fluency and comprehension in everyday chats. Delve into the emotional weight of idiomatic phrases and their role in honest communication. Learn how to navigate difficult discussions with poise while expressing your viewpoints clearly. This informative guide is perfect for anyone looking to improve their English vocabulary and sound more confident in conversations.
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Use 'On Speaking Terms' For Relationship Status
- Be aware that "to be on speaking terms" means you can speak to someone comfortably or that you aren't speaking due to a fallout.
- Use it to describe relationships that are friendly or severed after an argument.
Reply 'Speak For Yourself' To Exclude Yourself
- Respond with "Speak for yourself" when a general comment doesn't apply to you personally.
- Use it humorously to distance yourself from someone else's claim.
Flag Figurative Language With 'So To Speak'
- Attach "so to speak" when you mean a phrase in an unusual or figurative way.
- It signals you’re using language loosely or metaphorically.