Phrases

Sharing Personal Stories or Memories

100 phrases

Speaking of which...

C1

Transitioning to a related topic.

To cut a long story short...

C1

To summarize a lengthy narrative.

It all started when...

C1

Beginning a narrative.

One time...

C1

Beginning an anecdote.

I'll never forget...

C1

Introducing a memorable event.

The thing is...

C1

Introducing a crucial point or clarification.

Looking back...

C1

Reflecting on past events.

That's when things got interesting...

C1

Introducing a turning point in a story.

And then, out of the blue...

C1

Introducing an unexpected event.

To make a long story short...

C1

Summarizing a lengthy event.

As I recall...

C1

Recalling a memory.

If I remember correctly...

C1

Recalling a memory with a degree of uncertainty.

It's funny you should mention that...

C1

Responding to a relevant comment.

That's when it hit me...

C1

Describing a sudden realization.

I've always cherished the memory of...

C1

Expressing fondness for a past event.

This brings back memories...

C1

Expressing nostalgia.

It's a vivid memory...

C1

Describing a clear recollection.

I distinctly remember...

C1

Emphasizing a clear recollection.

It's a long story.

C2

The explanation is lengthy and complicated.

To cut a long story short...

C2

To summarize a lengthy narrative briefly.

That reminds me of...

C2

Used to introduce a related personal anecdote.

Speaking of which...

C2

Used to smoothly transition to a related topic.

That's when things got interesting.

C2

Used to indicate a turning point in a narrative.

It all started when...

C2

Used to begin a story.

Showing 73–96 of 100