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Some conversational structures

March 28, 2017 - pdf

I’m dying to + (verb)

This structure is used to talk about something that you want or desire to do. It shows impatience or an irresistible urge to do something.

  • I’m dying to know my test results.
  • I’m dying to see her again.
  • I’m dying to buy a bigger car.
  • I’m dying to see my medical reports.
  • I’m dying to hear from her.

It’s my / your / his turn to + (verb)

This structure is used to indicate that the responsibility for doing something shifts from one person to another.

  • It’s your turn to do the dishes. (= You have to do the dishes.)
  • It’s your turn to make the bed. (= You have to make the bed.)
  • It’s my turn to do the laundry.
  • It’s your turn to do the shopping.
  • It’s your turn to pay for dinner.
  • It’s her turn to cook dinner.

It’s hard for me to + (verb)

You can use this structure to talk about something that is challenging or difficult for you.

Here are some examples:

  • It’s hard for me to find a good job.
  • It’s hard for me to let him go.
  • It’s hard for me to believe what you are telling me.
  • It’s hard for me to maintain a good credit history.
  • It’s hard for me to work under pressure.
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