| Basic English | Native English |
| I’m very angry. | I’m fuming. |
| I will keep it a secret. | My lips are sealed. |
| I’m listening carefully. | I’m all ears. |
| Text me. | Shoot me a message. |
| I can’t decide. | I’m on the fence. |
| I decided. | I made up my mind. |
| I will think about it. | I’ll sleep on it. |
| What did you say? | Come again? |
| What are you doing? | What are you up to? |
| You make me laugh. | You crack me up. |
| I’m very tired. | I’m exhausted. |
| It’s not so difficult. | It’s not rocket science. |
| It is expensive. | It costs a fortune. |
| No, thank you. | I’m all set. |
| I don’t understand. | I don’t get it. |
| I understand. | I feel you. |
| I agree. | Same here. |
| Certainly. | You bet |
| Relaxed. | Laid back. |
| I agree with you. | We are one the same page. |
| I don’t believe it. | I’m not buying it. |
| That’s an easy decision. | That’s an easy call. |