Free Guide: 30+ English Phrases to
Help You Sound Like a Brit
Hello, dear English language learners!
We’re celebrating a very special occasion here at Speak Up London — it’s our 13th birthday!
And what better way to celebrate than by giving you a gift — our amazing community of English learners around the world? We’ve created something you’ll love: a free downloadable guide called “30+ English Phrases to Sound Like a Brit”
Why This Guide Is Special
If you’ve ever wondered how to sound more natural, polite, or just a bit cheeky — like a true Brit — this guide is for you!
It’s packed with over 30 real expressions you’ll hear every day in the UK — from greetings and compliments to subtle ways of showing surprise, sympathy, or agreement.
Layla walks you through each expression with clear examples and pronunciation tips, helping you understand not just what Brits say, but how and when they say it.
Ready to Sound More British?
Then, watch Layla’s full pronunciation video to master the rhythm, tone, and charm of real British English phrases:
1. Greetings & Small Talk
Learn how Brits actually greet each other:
- “Alright?” / “You alright?” — A super common informal “Hi”, not a real question.
- “Hiya!” — A friendly, cheerful hello.
- “Take care!” — A polite and warm goodbye.
- “Cheers!” — One of the most British words ever — it can mean thanks, bye, or even cheers! when toasting.
2. Expressing Opinions the British Way
British people are famous for understatement:
- “Quite good” — Means “fairly good”, not “amazing.”
- “Not bad” — A classic way to say “actually, quite good!”
- “Interesting…” — Often a polite way of saying “I didn’t love it.”
3. Agreeing and Reacting Naturally
Sound effortlessly British with expressions like:
- “Spot on” — Exactly right.
- “Fair enough” — Accepting someone’s point or reason.
- “Big time” — Strong agreement, as in “Yes, totally!”
4. Making Polite Requests
You’ll master natural ways to ask for help:
- “Give me a hand?”
- “Be a mate and…”
- “Would you mind…?”
5. Compliments & Encouragement
Encourage your friends like a Brit:
- “Nice one!” — Well done!
- “You smashed it!” — You did great!
- “Spot on!” — Perfect!
6. Reactions & Exclamations
React the way locals do:
- “Blimey!” — Surprise.
- “Tough luck!” — Light sympathy.
- “No way!” — Disbelief.
- “You’re having a laugh!” — You can’t be serious!
- “Bloody hell!” — Strong surprise or frustration (careful where you use this one!).
7. Making Plans
- “Fancy a coffee?” — A classic British invite.
8. Multi-Meaning Expressions
Layla also covers versatile British gems like:
- “No worries” — “It’s okay” or “you’re welcome.”
- “Cheers” — “Thanks”, “bye”, or “cheers!” 🥂
- “Bless him/her” — Can mean admiration, pity, or gentle sarcasm.
- “Spot on” — Useful in almost any situation!
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