Top 10 ESL Phrases for Mothers

Once mothers have the basic vocabulary down, they'll need to know common English phrases through which they can use the vocabulary.

This list will help them to speak English at home and practice with their babies. Vocabulary can be plugged into the phrases which are left a bit open-ended.

Top 10 List of ESL Phrases for Mothers
1. Hello and Bye Bye.
2. What's your name? My name is...
3. How are you? I'm fine, thank you. (Or "I'm happy.", "I'm sad.", etc.)
4. How old are you? I'm...(2).
5. Are you OK? (Yes/No.)
6. Where's...(the car)? Here it is!
7. How many...(blocks)? 1, 2, 3...
8. Can you...(dance)? Yes I can.
9. Give me...(the red block).
10. Which one do you like/want?

Love,
Shannon Sensei

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