B2 First Vocabulary:

Phrases

Your ability to use English phrases in your exam could be the difference between passing or failing, or even passing with a C1 score. Phrases allow to you speak and write in a much more fluent and natural way, and you will also be tested on different phrases throughout the exam.

Below are some examples of useful phrases that candidates should know or be able to use in the exam.

When it comes to…

“When it comes to…” is a C1 level phrase that is used to introduce a new idea. It can be…read more

The trouble with…

“The trouble with” is a B2 level phrase candidates can easily use in their B2 First exam. It is used…read more

Take (something) for granted

“Take (something) for granted” is a B2 level phrase that means to not show that you are grateful for someone…read more

Take seriously

“Take seriously” is a B2 level phrase that means to consider a person, subject or situation to be important or…read more

Take part

“Take part” is a B1 level phrase that candidates could be tested on in the reading and use of English…read more

Take care

Candidates can use “take care” + of someone/thing in their exam in the same way they use the phrasal verb…read more

Take advantage of…

“Take advantage of…” is a phrase meaning to use something good in a situation to help you. It can also…read more

Take/accept responsibility

“Take/accept responsibility” is a B2 level phrase that means to show that you have done something or caused something to…read more

Make the most of

“Make the most of” means to use or enjoy something as much as possible, usually because it may not last…read more

Keep in touch

“Keep in touch” is a B1 level phrase that candidates can use in their B2 First exam. It means to…read more

It goes without saying…

“It goes without saying…” is a B2 level phrase that is used to talk about something that it is obvious…read more

In the long run

“In the long run” is another B2 level phrase candidates can use in their exam. It means over a period…read more

In conclusion

“In conclusion” is a B2 level phrase used to introduce the last part of a speech or a piece of…read more

By far

“By far” is commonly used with superlatives to emphasise the difference between different things and can also be used in…read more

Be conscious of/that

“Be conscious of/that” is a B2 level phrase meaning to know that something is present or that something is happening.

Balanced diet

Balanced diet is a B2 level phrase meaning a mixture of different types of food that make up what a…read more

Aside from

“Aside from” is a B2 level phrase that means the same as “except for”. This phrase is typically used in…read more

As a matter of fact

“As a matter of fact” is a phrase used to give additional information or correct information. It can easily be…read more