The Most Common Words in the English Language 2

 Year. It will take four years to finish the road. He was born 25 years ago. He has been living here for many years.

King. He is our beloved king. I am the king of the universe. We don't need any kings. 

To go. I am going to visit you on Monday. I went to the cinema yesterday. Where have you 

gone? 

Being.  After all, I am just a human being. I am tired of being humiliated. I don't like being 

with you.

Again.  Xerox does it again, and again, and again, and ... I am not going to do it again. Say it again. 

 Here. I live here. Come here now! Here is the money I owe you. 

To make. (make, made, made). I make a lot of money a year. I made my reputation in England.

I have made a lot of promises.

Back. Come back now! This television is not working, I want my money back. I want 

you to give back to her all her money.

New. I am new here. I want a new house. I don't need a new car.

Against. I like you a lot, but on this matter I am against you. It's sad to see a brother fighting against a sister. It is against human nature to kill each other. 

To find.  (find, found, found)  Where can I find some information on boats? I found nothing against him. I have  found  the  information  I  needed.  

Yet. They haven't arrived yet. She's arrogant and proud and yet I like her. Haven't 

you finished your work yet? 

To say. (say, said, said). I have nothing to say. When I say one you say two. Please, say something. 

Too. I like her and I like you too. She is from England too. This is too difficult for me to 

understand. I cannot afford to buy this new house, it is far too expensive.

To last. What was the last time you came here? The last will be the first. My new car 

didn't last long. I loved her a lot, but our relationship lasted for only one year.

Though and although. Although it was cold, he decided to stay out all day long. I'll try to finish it today, though I don't think it will be possible. He said he would come, I don't think he will though. 

Head. My head hurts. He is the head of the revolution. The car is heading in the direction of the railway.   

Away. I won't be away for long. Throw the book away now. Don't go away, wait for me.

Right. Now, turn right and then turn left. It’s not right to take money from your parents. Do the right thing.

Hand. He lost his right hand in an explosion. Hand him what you have. Do you want 

me to lend you a hand in this? 

To place. This is the place I told you about. There is no better place than home. Place 

the book beside the television, please. 

God. Do you believe in God? Always revere your God. 

Another. I need another day to complete my work. Perhaps another opinion might be useful. Not today please, perhaps some other time. 

Shall and should. I shall see what I can do. I will see what I can do. I wouldn't do 

that if I were you. I should be more careful when crossing the streets.

Country. What is the name of the country you come from? I don't like living in the city, I prefer living in the country. The USA is the richest country in the world.

To part. Give me my part of the money. He played a big part in the independence of his country. I will take no part in this conspiracy.

Far. How far is it from Campinas to Jaguariúna. This is by far the stupidest answer I have ever heard. Keep walking, the school is not far from here.

Left. Give me your left hand. The house you are looking for is the one on the left.

Right in front of you, on your left. 

Eye. Don't believe your eyes. No eye will ever see such beauty again. She's got the most beautiful eyes I have ever seen. 

Soon. I need you to come back as soon as possible. How soon do you think we'll be able to be back? No, no, it's too soon. 

To go. (go, went, gone). I usually go to church on sundays. I went there, but found nothing. I have gone to Paris to fight the in the war. 

To take. (take, took, taken). Take a sweet darling.  It took me more than five days to finish the painting. I have taken the shortest route to London. 

Each. Each one of you will receive a book. Each envelope contains a gift. Each one of them 

has been cured. 

Just. I need just another ten dollars. It is not just to say that. This is just what I needed. 

Power. I don’t have the power to let you go. The USA is the most powerful nation in the world. Power corrupts,  absolute  power corrupts  absolutely. 

To name. My name is John. I was named John as an homage to my grandfather. What's your name? 

 

Death. He had the most horrible of deaths. No  one  has  as  yet  managed  to  conquer  death. But I say: Only Christ did this. This is my statement!

World. The world is ours. A world without war,  that's what we all want. He lives in a world of 

fantasy. 

Neither, or, nor. Neither John nor Mary know anything about it. Neither the dog nor the cat has been fed. 

To mind. This term has two meanings. He has one of the most powerful minds in the world 

today. I don't mind what you think of me. Who's minding the shop? 

Once. I have said it once and I will say it again. Once in a while. Tell him all once and for all. 

Off. Off we go. The town if five miles off. Turn the lights off. Off with him. Their engagement is off .

Among. He was among the crowd. He shared his food among his friends. Choose one gift from 

among these. 

To think. (think, thought, thought). I think you're right. I thought it was a good idea then. I have 

thought a lot about that idea of yours, but have come to no conclusion. 

Who. To whom did you give the car keys? Who did you talk to? Or, Whom did you talk to?  Who do you think I am? Do you know who you are talking to? 

House. It's nice to have a house to go back to. My house has a nice garden. I bought my house 

for R$ 40 thousand.

To get. (get, got, got, or, gotten). Where did you get that card? I got there early in the morning Have you got your passport ready? Have you got any money? I have got a beautiful house and two cars. 

Nothing. I owe you nothing. There's nothing there. Nothing is more beautiful than a sunset. 

Between. The television is between the sofa and the chair. The new house is between the church and the police station. This is between you and me. 

Hundred. A hundred men are outside. A hundred voices choir. 

To think. (think, thought, thought). I think you are the nicest person on earth. I thought it would work. I have never thought you would have the courage to do that. 

Both. I love you both. Both you and I are responsible for this situation. Both of them are 

good. 

Young. Everybody wants to be forever young. Bruce is younger than Peter. It is nice to be 

young. 

Because. I passed my exams because I studied hard. Why are you here? Because I need the money. I work because I have to.

To see. (see, saw, seen). I see the truth now. I saw you yesterday. I have seen all there is to be seen. 

Ever. If you ever do it again, you'll be severely punished. Have you ever been to London? Now, more than ever, it is necessary to finish the work.

 

To let. I'll let you go now. Let me help you. Let me see. 

Themselves. They did it by themselves. 

Emperor. Dom Pedro II was the last emperor of Brazil. 

Case. I’ll study your case carefully. This is a case of life and death. That's not the case. 

To work. We must all work. He worked a lot in that new project. He has worked in the same 

place all his life. 

Whose. Whose car is this? Whose responsibility is it?  Mister Smith, whose wife you have just met, is a very rich person.

War. This is war. The two countries have been at war for decades. War must be avoided by all means.

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