Polished Business English for Professional Situations
While slang makes you sound relatable, business English helps you sound credible. You’ll need these phrases in emails, reports, meetings, and formal discussions.
“As per our discussion” refers to something previously agreed: “As per our discussion, I’ve updated the proposal.”
“Please advise” is a professional way to ask for a decision or next steps: “I’ve completed the draft. Please advise.”
“Moving forward” is used to discuss future actions: “Moving forward, we’ll include this feedback in all versions.”
“Let’s table this” means to pause a topic and return to it later: “That’s a good point, but let’s table it for now.”
“Action items” refer to the list of tasks after a meeting: “We’ve noted the key action items — I’ll send them shortly.”
“Leverage” is a popular word in corporate speak that means to make the best use of something: “We can leverage our past success to attract new clients.”
Using these phrases shows that you understand workplace expectations, and makes your communication more effective and professional.
Tips to Sound Confident and Natural at Work
Start by listening – Notice how your team communicates and adopt similar expressions.
Practise regularly – Join role-plays or live sessions on Speakydoo to rehearse these phrases.
Mix it up – Don’t overuse slang. Combine casual and formal tones depending on who you're speaking with.
Keep it simple – Don’t feel pressured to use big words. Aim for clarity and confidence.
Check for understanding – If you’re unsure of a phrase’s meaning, ask or confirm before using it.
