Here are some useful phrases and expressions
1. Expressions of Blaming Someone: you can use to show your
It’s your fault.
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It’s your mistake.
I can’t believe that you did it.
How could you do such a thing? That’s too bad.
Are you out of your mind? How disappointing!
What on earth were you thinking? That’s so disappointing!
I think you are the one to blame. Oh no, what a shame!
I think you are the one who could have done it. It’s a great shame.
It’s a little bit disappointing, isn’t it!
Expressions of Accusing Someone: It didn’t live up to my expectations.
It must have been you who did it. What a pity!
I think you’re the only person who could have done it. What a letdown!
You must be doing something wrong. What a bummer!
Accepting blaming and accusing: That’s a nuisance!
I’m sorry. It’s my fault. I thought you could do better.
I’m sorry for the things I’ve done. I’ve never been so disappointed in my life.
I’m really sorry. I didn’t mean to. It wasn’t as good as I thought it would be.
Sorry for my fault.
It’s my responsibility. I’m sorry. 4. Talking About Health and Illness in
You’re right! It’s my fault. I’m sorry. English
Refusing blaming and accusing: Here are some common sentences and
It’s not true.
expressions that you can use when talking
It’s not my fault.
I’m not the one to blame. about health and illness.
I didn’t do it.
You’re wrong. It wasn’t me.
Asking about health:
2. Expressing Prohibition in English What’s the problem?
What are your symptoms?
Here are some common phrases and How are you feeling today?
Are you feeling any better?
expressions for expressing prohibition in
Do you have any allergies?
English: How long have you been feeling like this?
Do you have any medicine to take?
It is forbidden to… Talking about general illness:
You are not allowed to … I’ve got a slight headache.
You are not permitted to… I’ve got a sore throat.
It is prohibited to … I have a high blood pressure.
You must not … I have pain in my back.
You are not to… I’m in a lot of pain.
You can’t… My head is spinning.
Examples: I’m having difficulty breathing.
You are not allowed to smoke in this area. I have a stomach ache.
It is forbidden to swim here. I’m not sleeping very well at the moment.
You are not to feed the animals. I’m not feeling very well.
It is prohibited to walk on the grass.
You must not tell anyone about it.
You must not leave the window open.
You are not permitted to be late.
3. Expressing Disapointment in English