Here are some English phrases that you can use if you are entertaining guests or are visiting someone else's home.
On arrival
| come on in! |
| good to see you! |
| you're looking well |
| please take your shoes off |
| can I take your coat? |
| sorry we're late |
| did you have a good journey? |
| did you find us alright? |
| I'll show you your room |
| this is your room |
| would you like a towel? |
| make yourself at home |
Offering drinks
| can I get you anything to drink? |
| would you like a tea or coffee? |
| how do you take it? |
| do you take sugar? |
| do you take milk? |
| how many sugars do you take? |
| would you like a …? |
| soft drink |
| beer |
| glass of wine |
| gin and tonic |
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Other useful phrases
| have a seat! |
| let's go into the … |
| lounge |
| living room |
| dining room |
| do you mind if I smoke here? |
| I'd prefer it if you went outside |
| are you ready to eat now? |
| who's driving tonight? |
| could I use your phone? |
| your taxi's here |
| thanks for coming |
| have a safe journey home |
| thanks for a lovely evening |
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