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Lesson 2 — Ending a conversation

Signal that you need to leave, give a reason, and choose a goodbye that fits the person.

Free planBeginner15 min

Level A2 General English

Lesson 2

You can speak to people using simple fixed expressions such as greetings and thanks.

あいさつやお礼など、簡単な定型表現を使って声をかけることができる。

Phrase of the day今日のフレーズ

I should get going.

そろそろ行かないと。

Situation場面

Tom and Aki are finishing a coffee together.

トムとアキはコーヒーを飲み終えるところです。

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Takeaway

Announce, give a reason, then say goodbye. Skipping the first two is what sounds abrupt.