패턴영어Pattern English

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Introduction
Before you start learning about Pattern English, here are important things you need to know about the book.

Lesson 1: “I’m kind of…”
"I'm kind of" is a phrase used to express a moderate degree or slight extent of something. It can convey uncertainty, hesitation, or a casual tone, often implying "a little bit" or "sort of."

Lesson 2: “I can’t stand…”
"I can't stand ~" is a phrase used to express strong dislike or intolerance for something or someone. It conveys that a particular situation, behavior, or thing is extremely unpleasant or unbearable.

Lesson 3: “I’m really into…”
"I'm really into" is a casual expression used to show a strong interest or enthusiasm for something. It indicates that you enjoy or are deeply involved in a particular activity, hobby, or subject.

Lesson4: “I’d rather…”
"I'd rather" is used to express a preference for one thing over another. It shows what you would choose to do in a specific situation instead of something else. It’s a contraction of "I would rather."

Lesson 5: “What do you mean by…”
"What do you mean by" is a question used to ask for clarification or an explanation of something someone has said. It is a polite way to express that you didn't fully understand or need more details about a statement or term.

Lesson 6: “I guess…”
"I guess" is a casual way to express uncertainty or a mild opinion. It is often used to show that you think something is true or correct but are not entirely sure. It can also express hesitation or modesty when answering.

Lesson 7: “I’m not sure if…”
"I'm not sure if" is used to express doubt or uncertainty about something. It introduces a situation or statement that you are unsure about and often seeks clarification or resolution.

Lesson 8: “It seems like…”
"It seems like" is used to express an impression or opinion about something based on what you perceive, feel, or hear. It suggests that the statement might not be certain or definitive but is based on some evidence or clues.

Lesson 9: “How about…”
"How about" is a phrase used to make a suggestion, ask for an opinion, or propose an idea. It can also be used to ask about someone's preferences or thoughts on a specific topic or option.

Lesson 10: “Why don’t we…”
"Why don't we" is used to suggest an idea or proposal to others in a polite and collaborative way. It invites agreement or input on the suggested action and is often used to initiate group activities or decisions.

Lesson 11: “I can’t believe…”
"I can't believe" is used to express surprise, disbelief, or shock about something that has happened or is being said. It often conveys strong emotions, either positive or negative, depending on the context.

Lesson 12: “I see your point, but…”
"I see your point, but" is used to acknowledge someone else's opinion or argument while expressing disagreement, an alternative perspective, or a counterargument. It shows a willingness to understand their view while politely introducing a different idea.

Lesson 13: “I feel like…”
"I feel like" is used to express personal emotions, sensations, or intuitions. It can convey subjective opinions, guesses, or desires. It often reflects an individual’s thoughts or mood in a casual and relatable way.

Lesson 14: “I’ve never…”
"I've never" is used to express that you have not experienced or done something at any point in your life. It introduces statements that emphasize the lack of experience with a particular action or situation.

Lesson 15: “I’m used to…”
"I'm used to" is a phrase that expresses familiarity or comfort with something due to frequent exposure or repetition. It indicates that someone has adapted to a situation, habit, or environment. This structure is followed by a noun or a gerund (verb + -ing).

Lesson 16: “So far…”
"So far" is a phrase used to indicate the extent of progress, time, or distance up until the present moment. It often implies that the situation might change in the future.

Lesson 17: “I can’t help but…”
"I can't help but" is used to express that someone feels compelled to do something, often because of strong emotions or natural instincts. It implies that the action or feeling is almost involuntary.

Lesson 18: “Do you mean…”
"Do you mean" is a phrase used to clarify or confirm what someone has said. It is often used when asking for further explanation, checking for understanding, or rephrasing something in a different way.

Lesson 19: “Let me see if I got this right…”
"Let me see if I got this right" is a phrase used to confirm or clarify information. It shows that the speaker wants to make sure they have understood something correctly before proceeding.

Lesson 20: “No way!”
"No way!" is an expression used to show strong surprise, disbelief, or refusal. It can be used in both positive and negative situations, depending on the context.

Lesson 21: “That’s true, but…”
"That's true, but" is a phrase used to acknowledge a statement while introducing a contrasting or opposing point. It helps to agree with part of an idea while expressing a different perspective.

Lesson 22: “Have you ever…”
"Have you ever" is a phrase used to ask someone if they have experienced something at any time in their life. It is often followed by a past participle verb and is commonly used in conversations to talk about experiences.

Lesson 23: “Do you like…”
"Do you like" is a phrase used to ask someone about their preferences or interests. It is commonly followed by a noun or a verb in the -ing form to inquire about things, activities, or experiences a person enjoys.

Lesson 24: “It drives me crazy when…”
The phrase "It drives me crazy when..." is used to express frustration, annoyance, or extreme irritation about something specific. It can also be used in a positive sense to indicate excitement or intense emotions.

Lesson 25: “It’s not that I don’t… but…”
The phrase "It’s not that I don’t… but…" is used to clarify that you do not completely dislike or reject something, but there is a specific reason why you hesitate or have a problem with it. This pattern helps to soften a negative statement and provide an explanation.

Lesson 26: “It’s likely that…”
The phrase "It's likely that..." is used to express a high probability or strong possibility that something will happen or is true. It is often used when making predictions, assumptions, or logical conclusions.