4 phrases from the storyLevel B1, about 1 min

So, When's the Wedding?

Four ways to answer, from polite to done talking.

Phrase 1 of 4

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You say this when you are deciding slowly and don't want anyone to hurry you. It sounds polite but firm: the choice is yours.

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Good to know“Take your time” is also what you say to tell someone else there's no hurry. “We're taking our time” is about your own choice.

Phrase 2 of 4

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You say this when you are happy with life as it is now and don't need a big change. It tells people nothing is missing.

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Good to know“Right now” keeps the door open for later. Without it, you might sound like you never want change.

Phrase 3 of 4

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You say this when you are not thinking about or planning something yet. It politely tells the other person to drop the subject.

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Good to know“Yet” leaves the door open for the future. “Not on my radar at all” sounds stronger, like you may never want it.

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You say this to promise you will share information when there is something to share. It also politely asks people not to keep asking.

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Good to know“When there's news” means “when there is something to report.” It doesn't say what the news is, so it works politely for any topic.

Quick check

Pick the word that fits. You'll hear the phrase after each answer.

Question 1 of 4

We're with the contract, because we want to read every page.