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Emotional phrases in English
Today we invite you to learn the expression of emotions in English for communication in everyday life, thanks to which you will sound natural. When communicating, we often use emotionally charged expressions. This helps us convey to our interlocutor the range of our feelings and makes our speech brighter.
How to express indifference in English
Indifference in English can be expressed in a few colloquial phrases. Correct intonation will help you convey your emotions more accurately. After all, you can say “I don’t care” both ironically and seriously, and even with a hint of threat in your voice.
- I don’t care |keə| - I don't care;
- It doesn’t bother me |ˈbɒðə| - it doesn’t bother me, it doesn’t bother me;
- I don’t give a damn |dæm| - I don’t care;
- I don’t give it a flying fuck |ˈflʌɪɪŋ fʌk| - I don’t give a fuck;
- It doesn’t matter |ˈmatə| - it doesn’t matter / it doesn’t matter;
- It’s all the same to me - I don’t care;
- Whatever |wɒtˈɛvə| - what difference does it make?
- It does nothing for me - it doesn’t affect me;
- That’s your problem, then - these are your problems.
Emotional phrases in English to express denial
When there are no words - only emotions, you still have to choose words to demonstrate to your interlocutor how you feel about the subject of conversation. Let's learn a few phrases that will help express denial.
- I have no idea |aɪˈdɪə| - I have no idea;
- I haven’t the slightest idea |ˈslaɪtɪst aɪˈdɪə| - I don’t have the slightest idea;
- Haven’t the foggiest |ˈfɒɡɪɪst| - I don’t even have a vague idea / I don’t have the slightest idea;
- It doesn’t make any sense - it doesn’t make any sense;
- It’s all going right over my head - I can’t wrap my head around it;
- It doesn’t prove a thing - it doesn’t prove anything;
- Don’t you dare |deə| - you won’t dare;
- Mind your own business - don’t mind your own business;
- Oh, you don’t say - and don’t say / what are you saying;
- I wish I knew - I would like to know;
- That’s not the point - this does not relate to the essence of the issue;
- It’s a waste of time;
- It’s out of the question - there can be no question of this;
- Never mind / Forget it - forget it;
- I don’t know what to say - I don’t know what to say;
- I’m speechless / There are no words - I have no words.
- No way! - By no means;
- Oh, damn! / Heck - damn it!
- I can’t believe it - I can’t believe it;
- Not a bit / Nothing of the kind - nothing like that.
Expressing positive emotions in English
Often we are so happy about something that without jubilant exclamations we can’t get anywhere. Let's take a look useful expressions that will help express joy and enthusiasm.
- It feels good - I like it, it’s pleasant/tasty;
- Absolutely - certainly;
- Exactly so - to the point / exactly like that;
- What a good chance/ I got lucky - That’s lucky;
- Great stuff! - Great!
- Hooray! Yippee! - Hooray!
- Awesome |ˈɔːs(ə)m| - awesome;
- It’s unbelievable - incredible;
- It’s nice - it’s nice / excellent
- Sounds good - sounds tempting (usually a response to an invitation or idea).
English question phrases to convey emotions
Sometimes questions are not a way to find out some information, but a way to express emotions or ask your interlocutor about something so that he understands that something went wrong.
- So what? - So what?
- Really? - Seriously?
- Are you actually saying these words? -Are you seriously saying this now?
- Who cares? - Who cares?
- What the hell? - What the hell?
- What the heck? - What the hell is this?
- What for? - For what?
- What do you mean? - What do you mean? / In terms of?
- Why on earth? - So why? / What the hell?
- What are you driving at? - What are you getting at?
- What of it? - So what?
These phrases for expressing emotions in English sound very natural and add richness to your speech. The main thing is to use them when it is really appropriate.
Gift for site readers
Feelings are everything to us. Every day we are surrounded different people, we are doing various things, making plans. Sometimes days are good, sometimes not so good. We experience different feelings and emotions. From love, joy and happiness to anger, hatred and anger. Both positive and negative feelings we need. We live by them.
Many people prefer to experience both positive and negative situations alone. Other people will happily share their positive or negative feelings with family and friends.
To speak freely about feelings in English, I bring to your attention this article. It contains the most common idioms associated with our emotional mood. Let's start learning. In order to learn not only to share your feelings with others, but also to understand what foreigners are talking about, and to be able to support your friends in English.
Mixed feelings
A great phrase for those situations when you have ambivalent feelings. Joy and sadness at the same time. If both love and hatred take place in your heart at once, then this expression about “mixed feelings” is what you need.
Last night I saw new film. I have mixed feelings about it. I would like to discuss it.– Last night I looked new movie. I have mixed feelings about him. I'd really like to discuss the film with you.
No hard feelings
If you have just had a quarrel or dispute, but you do not want to offend your interlocutor, upset or even lose good friend– use this expression. “No offense” - this expression will help you avoid unnecessary disagreements, uncertainties and remain on good terms with your opponent.
There were no hard feelings between us after we had quarrel- There are no negative feelings left between us after our quarrel.
Be as hard as nails
An insensitive person who has no compassion. A persistent person who goes ahead, always achieves his goal. A man whose character is as tough as nails. Feel free to use this expression to describe someone.
He will win this prize because he is as hard as nails.– He will win this prize, because he is a very stubborn, purposeful, persistent person.
To carry the torch for
This love idiom means your feeling. If you are in love with someone, mutually or not, calmly use this beautiful expression to describe your feelings.
Tom and Kate carry the torch for each over, they are so cute.– Tom and Kate are madly in love with each other, they are a very cute couple.
Chip on your shoulder
If they communicate with someone unworthily, neglecting the person’s merits. If you need to describe a very offended, unhappy person, this idiom will suit you best.
Some poor people always feel chips on their shoulders.– Some poor people constantly feel a heavy burden on their shoulders.
Go to pieces
If something terrible, traumatic, frightening happened and you no longer feel like a full-fledged, whole person. If your heart practically shattered into pieces from pain, loss, suffering - this idiom in the best possible way describes your state of mind.
She went to pieces after she understood went she didn’t enter the university.“She felt terrible after she found out that she didn’t get into university.
To be in a stew
This expression is simply necessary to know in our modern world. The frantic pace constantly keeps us in a state of stress. People are worried, shocked, and this is the idiom that best describes this condition.
This month I was in a stew; I had some problems with my business.– This month was extremely alarming and restless for me, there were a lot of business problems.
To be hopping mad
This idiom also does not express any positive feelings. But it will be perfect for you if you are very angry, discouraged, or simply beside yourself with rage.
Mark was hopping mad because Alice had broken his favorite clocks.– Mark was furious that Alice broke his favorite watch.
Who cares!
This is an expression of indifference. I don't care, do as you want. If you really don’t care, just tell your interlocutor about it using this phrase.
I couldn’t care less about your plans on summer.“I’m not at all interested in your plans for the summer.”
It's all the same to me
A similar idiom to express complete indifference.
It is very important to be able to support your interlocutor. Our support is especially important to close and dear people. The following expressions are exactly about this.
It’s not the end of the world!
Everyone has already guessed the meaning of this idiom. She has complete analogue in Russian. If it seems to your friend that everything is bad, it won’t get any worse - reassure him, because the end of the world has not come.
Don't give up. Hang in there.
Your opponent is completely lost. Support is what he needs first of all. Tell your friend that you believe in him, force him not to give up, to continue the fight.
Cheer up!
Another way to encourage your interlocutor, make him believe and act, and show that you care.
These were basic for expressing feelings and emotions. Also in this article were phrases of care. Learn them and use them. Don't keep your feelings to yourself and everything will work out. Have fun learning the language.
You did a great job!- You did a great job
t's great! It's wonderful!- This is wonderful! This is wonderful!
That's great! I'm so proud of you.- Wonderful! I'm very proud of you.
Well done!- Great! Well done!
You did it!- You did it! (i.e. they were able to do it)
That's my boy! / That's my girl!- Well done!
2. Joy, happiness(Joy, happiness)
It's great! That's great!- This is wonderful! Great!
It's wonderful! That's wonderful!- This is wonderful! Wonderful!
Great! Beautiful! Wonderful! Excellent! Terrific! (adjectives)- Great! Wonderful! Wonderful! Great! Amazing! (adjectives)
What a wonderful day!- What a wonderful day!
I love it!- I'm delighted!
I'm so happy!- I'm so happy!
Just the thing!- Just what you need!
That's exactly the thing that I wanted!- This is exactly what I wanted!
3. Disgust(Disgust)
It's terrible! / It's awful!- It's horrible!
Terrible! /Awful! / Horrible!- Terrible!
How disgusting!- How disgusting!
I hate it!- I hate this! / I can’t stand it!
I can't stand it!- I can’t stand this!
It was the worst party (trip, food, day, etc.) in my whole life!— It was the worst party (travel, food, day, etc.) of my entire life!
4. Indifference(Indifference)
It doesn't make any difference to me.- It makes no difference to me.
It doesn't matter.- It doesn't matter.
It's all the same to me.- I don't care.
I don't care.- It doesn't bother me. / I don't care.
I couldn't care less.- I don't care at all. / I don’t care at all.
Suit yourself.- Do as you want (I don’t care).
5. Complaining, annoyance, disapproval(Complaints, irritation, disapproval)
I wish you wouldn’t take my books without permission.“I wish you wouldn’t take my books without permission.”
I thought I told you not to smoke in this room.“I thought I told you not to smoke in this room.”
I thought I asked you to be here by nine o’clock.“I thought I asked you to be here by nine o’clock.”
How many times do I have to tell you to turn off the light when you leave?“How many times do I have to tell you to turn off the lights when you leave?”
Oh, how could you?- How could you?
You should be ashamed of yourself.- You should be ashamed.
Shame on you!- Shame on you!
6.
When someone is bothering / annoying you(When someone bothers / pesters you)
Leave me alone!- Leave me alone!
Mind your own business, will you?- Mind your own business!
Stop bothering me!- Stop bothering me! / Stop pestering me!
Lay off! (slang)- Leave me alone! (slang)
Get lost! (slang)- Go away! / Disappear! (slang)
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. Anger, annoyance, resentment(Anger, irritation, indignation)
Why on earth should I do it?- Why on earth should I do this?
Who (the hell) do you think you are?- Who are you? / What do you think about yourself?
How dare you!- How dare you!
For heaven's sake! Oh God!- For God's sake! Oh my God!
Oh darn! / Oh hell! /Damn! / Damn it!- Oh damn!
That's it! / That does it!- Well, that's it! (i.e. patience has run out)
8.
Asking not to get angry(Please don't get angry)
Don't get upset.- Don't be upset.
Calm down.- Calm down.
Take it easy.
Don't get mad!- Don't be annoyed!
Cool it. (slang)- Cool down. / Don’t boil. (slang)
9.
Asking not to worry(Please don't worry)
Don't worry about it.- Do not worry about it.
Don't worry. Everything will be all right.- Don't worry. Everything will be fine.
Calm down. - Calm down.
Take it easy.- Don't take it to heart.
Relax.- Calm down. / Relax.
10. Sympathizing(Sympathy)
I'm sorry to hear that.- I'm sorry to hear that.
I know how you feel.- I know how you feel.
That's too bad.- It's a pity.
Bad luck. /Hard luck. - No luck.
Oh dear!- Oh God!
11.
Encouraging(Encouragement)
Cheer up!- Don't be discouraged! / Be of good cheer!
Everything will be all right!- Everything will be fine!
It’s not the end of the world!- It's not the end of the world!
Don't give up. Hang in there. - Don't give up. Hang in there.
Don't worry. You'll be all right.- Don't worry. You will be fine.
12.
Surprise, disbelief(Surprise, disbelief)
Oh really? / Is that so?- Really?
That's amazing!- This is amazing!
That's incredible!- It's hard to believe!
I’m really surprised that (he said it). - I'm very surprised that (he said this).
No kidding? Are you serious?- No jokes? Seriously?
You must be joking! You're kidding! - You must be joking! You're kidding!
I can't believe it.- I can’t believe it.
It can't be true!- This can't be true!
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