Vocabulary practice · Episode 197

Review the useful expressions from the episode

Study the episode’s central expressions with English definitions, nuance and examples, plus reviewed support-language versions where available.

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Expression 1

reschedule

To arrange an event for a different time.

Nuance: Common for appointments, meetings and bookings; more specific than simply change.

Could we reschedule our appointment?

The dentist rescheduled my check-up for next week.

Expression 2

come up

To happen unexpectedly.

Nuance: In “something came up,” it gives a brief reason without requiring private details.

Something came up at work, so I cannot make Wednesday.

A family matter came up, and I had to leave early.

Expression 3

suit you

To be convenient or acceptable for someone.

Nuance: Often used in questions about times or plans: “Does six suit you?”

Is there another time that suits you?

Tuesday afternoon suits me better than Monday.

Expression 4

Could we…?

A polite way to ask whether a change is possible.

Nuance: It sounds collaborative because it invites the other person to agree or suggest another option.

Could we move our appointment to Thursday?

Could we start ten minutes later?

Expression 5

Would Friday morning work for you?

A polite question asking whether a suggested time is convenient.

Nuance: “Work for you” means be suitable, not perform a job.

Would Friday morning work for you instead?

Would a quick call after lunch work for you?

Expression 6

Let me check and get back to you.

A way to say that you will check information and reply later.

Nuance: Useful when you need to check a calendar; it avoids agreeing before you know you are free.

Let me check my calendar and get back to you.

I need to confirm the room; I will get back to you this afternoon.

Expression 7

I am afraid I cannot…

A tactful way to refuse or explain that something is not possible.

Nuance: It softens a refusal; it does not necessarily express fear.

I am afraid I cannot do Friday, but Tuesday is free.

I am afraid we cannot extend the booking.

Expression 8

I am sorry for the change.

A brief apology when changing a plan may inconvenience someone.

Nuance: Follow it with a clear alternative or next step so the conversation can move forward.

I am sorry for the change; would Tuesday suit you?

I am sorry for the change, and thank you for understanding.

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