Learn Conversational English: 20 Phrases to Use When Making Plans (with Subtitles)

Learn Conversational English: 20 Phrases to Use When Making Plans (with Subtitles)

From To Fluency Podcast: English with Jack by Jack from To Fluency

July 15, 2025 · 11 min

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This episode focuses on phrases for inviting someone and making plans in English.

In this English listening‑practice lesson we’re focusing on how to invite someone, make plans, and set dates; from a quick coffee to a full night out. You’ll master natural phrases for casual and formal invitations, learn how to suggest activities without sounding pushy, and discover polite ways to check someone’s availability. By the end, you’ll have new vocabulary, better listening skills, and the confidence to set up plans like an English speaker. Get all lessons here: https://open.spotify.com/show/43Oj7EOZGHmtNQxRoXw8HX?si=d00937c80ebc477e 📌 Key Phrases from This Lesson ✅ “Would you like to grab a coffee this weekend?” – friendly, informal way to suggest meeting up for coffee ✅ “Would you like to grab lunch this weekend?” – same structure, but for a meal ✅ “Do you fancy going for a drink on Friday?” – British‑English invite, often with a romantic vibe ✅ “Would you like to do this?” – polite, flexible invitation when plans aren’t fixed yet ✅ “I was thinking we could go to that show this weekend?” – sharing an idea while gauging interest ✅ “Want to do something this weekend?” – very casual American way to propose hanging out ✅ “Let’s get together soon.” – open‑ended suggestion…

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