2026-08-17 일상 영어 필수 청크 47선: 구동사부터 회화 표현까지

Session Overview

이번 세션에서는 ‘come up with’, ‘stir up’, ‘face reality’ 등 생각과 감정을 표현하는 구동사부터, ’let me know’, ‘have a seat’, ‘I can help you with that’처럼 예의 바른 일상 대화 표현까지 47개의 핵심 청크를 학습했습니다. 구동사, 관용구, 사교 표현을 고루 포함해 실제 회화 상황에서 바로 활용할 수 있도록 구성되었으며, 각 표현은 자연스러운 예문과 짧은 대화를 통해 익힐 수 있습니다. 일상적인 상황(직장, 인간관계, 감정 표현)에서 자주 쓰이는 표현들이 중심을 이룹니다.

📦 Phrasal Verbs & Chunks

come up with — 아이디어를 생각해내다, 떠올리다

• She finally came up with a brilliant solution to the problem.
  • 그녀는 마침내 그 문제에 대한 훌륭한 해결책을 생각해냈다.

A: We need a fresh idea for the campaign.

B: Give me a day — I’ll come up with something good.

about to — 막 ~하려는 참이다

• The bus is about to leave, so we should run.
  • 버스가 곧 출발하려고 하니 뛰어야 해.

A: Is the presentation ready?

B: Yes, I’m about to start it right now.

in the business — 그 업계에 종사하다, 그 분야에 있다

• She’s been in the business for over fifteen years.
  • 그녀는 그 업계에서 15년이 넘게 일해왔다.

A: Should we trust her advice on this deal?

B: Absolutely — she’s been in the business the longest.

let me know — 알려주다

• If you need any help, please let me know.
  • 도움이 필요하면 알려주세요.

A: I’m not sure I can make it to the meeting.

B: No worries, just let me know either way.

hear of — ~에 대해 소식을 듣다, ~을 알게 되다

• If you hear of any job openings, please tell me.
  • 취업 자리에 대해 들으면 알려줘.

A: I’m still looking for a part-time job.

B: I’ll call you if I hear of anything suitable.

lie down — 눕다

• You should lie down and rest for a while.
  • 잠깐 누워서 쉬는 게 좋겠어.

A: I have such a bad headache right now.

B: Go lie down in the other room for a bit.

in the end — 결국, 마침내

• We faced many setbacks, but we succeeded in the end.
  • 많은 시련을 겪었지만 우리는 결국 성공했다.

A: Do you really think our team can win?

B: We’ve worked so hard — we’ll win in the end.

pack up — 짐을 싸다, 물건을 정리하다

• It’s time to pack up and head home for the day.
  • 이제 짐을 싸고 집으로 갈 시간이야.

A: The workshop is over — what should we do?

B: Let’s pack up our things and grab some coffee.

a whole new — 완전히 새로운

• Studying abroad opened up a whole new world for her.
  • 해외 유학이 그녀에게 완전히 새로운 세계를 열어주었다.

A: How do you feel after your big makeover?

B: Amazing — it’s a whole new me!

looks to me like — 내가 보기엔 ~인 것 같다

• Looks to me like they’ve already left the building.
  • 내가 보기엔 그들이 이미 건물을 떠난 것 같아.

A: Do you think the café is still open?

B: Looks to me like it closed an hour ago.

stir up — (나쁜 감정·기억 등을) 불러일으키다, 자극하다

• Talking about the breakup always stirs up painful memories.
  • 이별 이야기를 하면 항상 아픈 기억을 불러일으킨다.

A: Sorry, I didn’t mean to stir up old feelings.

B: It’s okay, but let’s change the subject.

nothing but — ~에 불과하다, 오직 ~뿐이다

• His complaint was nothing but an attempt to cause trouble.
  • 그의 불평은 문제를 일으키려는 시도에 불과했다.

A: Should we take his warning seriously?

B: No, it’s nothing but empty threats.

on the other hand — 반면에, 한편으로는

• The salary is low; on the other hand, the work-life balance is great.
  • 급여는 낮지만, 반면에 일·생활 균형은 훌륭하다.

A: This neighborhood is a bit noisy.

B: On the other hand, it’s really close to everything.

have a seat — 앉으세요 (정중한 착석 권유)

• Please have a seat; the interviewer will be with you shortly.
  • 앉아 계세요, 면접관이 곧 오실 겁니다.

A: Have a seat — I’ll grab you some water.

B: Thank you, I appreciate it.

used to — (과거에) ~하곤 했다

• She used to call me every Sunday without fail.
  • 그녀는 예전에 매주 일요일마다 빠짐없이 나에게 전화하곤 했다.

A: Do you still go hiking on weekends?

B: I used to, but I’ve been too busy lately.

face reality — 현실을 직시하다, 현실을 받아들이다

• We have to face reality and accept that the project is behind schedule.
  • 우리는 현실을 직시하고 프로젝트가 일정에 뒤처져 있음을 인정해야 한다.

A: I keep thinking things will somehow work out.

B: You really need to face reality and make a plan.

think about — ~에 대해 생각하다, ~을 고려하다

• I’ll think about your proposal and get back to you tomorrow.
  • 제안을 생각해 보고 내일 연락드리겠습니다.

A: So, will you take the job offer?

B: Let me think about it for a day or two.

pay for — ~의 비용을 내다, ~값을 치르다

• Don’t worry — I’ll pay for lunch today.
  • 걱정하지 마세요, 오늘 점심은 제가 낼게요.

A: How should we split the bill?

B: No need — I’ll pay for everything.

Glad you like it — 마음에 드신다니 기뻐요 (상대가 좋아한다고 했을 때 기쁨을 나타내는 표현)

• I baked this cake myself — glad you like it!
  • 제가 직접 구운 케이크예요, 마음에 드신다니 기뻐요!

A: This pasta is absolutely delicious!

B: Glad you like it — it’s my grandmother’s recipe.

I would be happy to — 기꺼이 ~하겠습니다 (정중한 도움 제안)

• I would be happy to give you a ride to the airport.
  • 공항까지 기꺼이 태워다 드리겠습니다.

A: Could you review my report before I submit it?

B: I would be happy to — just email it over.

bug (someone) — ~를 귀찮게 하다, 짜증나게 하다

• Stop bugging me — I’ll answer when I’m ready.
  • 귀찮게 하지 마, 준비되면 대답할게.

A: He keeps texting me every few minutes.

B: Just tell him to stop bugging you.

You don’t know that — 당신은 그걸 알 수 없어 (상대의 단정적 발언을 반박하는 표현)

• You don’t know that — things might still turn around.
  • 넌 그걸 알 수 없어, 상황이 아직 나아질 수도 있잖아.

A: There’s no point trying. She’ll definitely say no.

B: You don’t know that. Just ask her.

Come on — 에이, 왜 그래 / 어서 해봐 (재촉·타박·격려의 감탄사)

• Come on, one more try — you were so close!
  • 어서, 한 번만 더 해봐, 거의 다 됐잖아!

A: I really don’t feel like going for a run today.

B: Come on, you’ll feel so much better after!

on Valentine’s Day — 발렌타인데이에

• Flower shops are always completely packed on Valentine’s Day.
  • 발렌타인데이에는 꽃집이 항상 발 디딜 틈 없이 붐벼.

A: Should I make a restaurant reservation this week?

B: Yes! Places fill up so fast on Valentine’s Day.

I guess so — 그런 것 같아, 그렇겠지 (확신 없는 동의)

• I guess so — it’s not perfect, but it’ll have to do.
  • 그런 것 같아, 완벽하진 않지만 어쩔 수 없지.

A: Are you okay with leaving a bit early tomorrow?

B: I guess so. I’ll just set an extra alarm.

No way — 말도 안 돼, 절대 안 돼 (강한 거부·놀람·부정)

• No way — I’m not jumping off that diving board.
  • 말도 안 돼, 저 다이빙대에서 뛰어내리지 않을 거야.

A: Guess who just texted me out of nowhere? Your ex!

B: No way! What did they say?

can’t handle (something) — ~을 감당하지 못하다, 버티지 못하다

• I can’t handle too much caffeine — it makes me anxious.
  • 난 카페인을 너무 많이 마시면 불안해져서 못 버텨.

A: This project has three separate deadlines this week.

B: Honestly, I can’t handle this much pressure.

spill — (음료·액체가) 쏟아지다, 엎질러지다

• She spilled her coffee all over her new keyboard.
  • 그녀가 새 키보드에 커피를 왕창 쏟아버렸어.

A: Why is the desk completely wet?

B: I accidentally spilled my water — I’m so sorry!

What’s your name, sir? — 성함이 어떻게 되십니까? (성인 남성에게 정중히 이름을 묻는 표현)

• Welcome to the front desk — what’s your name, sir?
  • 프런트에 오신 것을 환영합니다, 성함이 어떻게 되십니까?

A: I have an appointment scheduled for three o’clock.

B: Of course — and what’s your name, sir?

want kids — 아이를 갖고 싶다

• They both want kids, so they’re thinking about starting a family.
  • 그들 둘 다 아이를 원해서 가정을 꾸릴 생각이야.

A: Do you see yourself settling down someday?

B: Yes, and I definitely want kids in the future.

I can help you with that — 그건 제가 도와드릴 수 있어요 (도움을 제안하는 표현)

• I can help you with that — I’ve filled out this form before.
  • 그건 제가 도와드릴 수 있어요, 전에 이 서류 작성해봤거든요.

A: I’m not sure how to set up this new software.

B: I can help you with that — let me take a look.

if you don’t mind my asking — 실례가 안 된다면, 여쭤봐도 괜찮다면 (민감한 질문 전에 쓰는 공손한 표현)

• If you don’t mind my asking, how long have you two been together?
  • 실례가 안 된다면, 두 분이 사귄 지 얼마나 됐어요?

A: If you don’t mind my asking, what do you do for work?

B: Not at all — I’m a freelance graphic designer.

all wrong — 완전히 틀린, 전부 잘못된

• I thought I had the right address, but I went all wrong.
  • 주소가 맞다고 생각했는데 완전히 잘못된 곳으로 갔어.

A: My spreadsheet formula keeps giving me an error.

B: Let me check — this formula looks all wrong.

see it for yourself — 직접 보다, 직접 확인하다

• You really have to see the view from the rooftop for yourself.
  • 옥상에서 보이는 경치는 직접 봐야 해.

A: Is the new exhibit really as impressive as people say?

B: Go see it for yourself — words don’t do it justice.

Trust me — 날 믿어 / 제 말 믿으세요 (확신을 주거나 설득할 때 쓰는 표현)

• Trust me, this restaurant is absolutely worth the long wait.
  • 믿어, 이 식당은 오래 기다릴 만한 가치가 충분히 있어.

A: Are you sure this shortcut is actually faster?

B: Trust me — I take this road every single day.

keep a secret — 비밀을 지키다

• Can you keep a secret? I’m planning to propose next weekend.
  • 비밀 지킬 수 있어? 다음 주말에 프러포즈할 계획이거든.

A: Tell me! I promise I can keep a secret.

B: Okay, but swear you won’t tell anyone.

tolerate a lot — 많은 것을 참다, 웬만한 건 다 견디다

• She can tolerate a lot, but constant disrespect crosses the line.
  • 그녀는 많은 걸 참을 수 있지만, 끊임없는 무례함은 선을 넘는 거야.

A: How do you stay so calm in that stressful job?

B: I can tolerate a lot — it just comes with the role.

originally — 원래, 처음에는

• This café was originally a bookstore before its renovation.
  • 이 카페는 리모델링 전에 원래 서점이었어.

A: Have you always lived here in this city?

B: No, I originally moved here for college and just stayed.

since I was [age] — ~살 때부터 (어린 시절부터 지금까지 이어진 것을 나타내는 표현)

• Since I was twelve, I’ve been passionate about photography.
  • 열두 살 때부터 사진에 열정을 쏟아왔어.

A: You play piano so beautifully — how long have you practiced?

B: Thank you! I’ve been playing since I was seven.

prepare for — ~을 위해 준비하다

• She has been preparing for the recital for months.
  • 그녀는 몇 달째 발표회를 준비해 왔다.

A: How long have you been preparing for the interview?

B: I’ve been preparing for it all week.

get a promotion — 승진하다

• He worked really hard and finally got a promotion.
  • 그는 정말 열심히 일해서 마침내 승진했다.

A: Did you hear? Sarah is getting a promotion!

B: Wow, she totally deserves it.

talk to — ~에게 말하다, ~와 이야기하다

• The manager wants to talk to us about the new schedule.
  • 매니저가 새 일정에 대해 우리에게 이야기하고 싶어 한다.

A: Why did the principal call us in?

B: He wants to talk to us about next week’s event.

I thought you had — 네가 ~을 가지고 있는 줄 알았는데 (잘못된 짐작을 표현)

• I thought you had the spare key to the office.
  • 나는 네가 사무실 여분 열쇠를 갖고 있는 줄 알았는데.

A: Where’s the charger? I thought you had it.

B: No, I gave it back to you yesterday!

It’s crooked — 비뚤어져 있다, 삐뚤다

• Can you straighten that painting? It’s crooked.
  • 저 그림 좀 바로잡아줄 수 있어? 비뚤어져 있어.

A: I hung the shelf, but something looks off.

B: It’s crooked — lift the right side a little.

I’m sorry about — ~에 대해 미안하다, ~을 사과하다

• I’m sorry about the confusion I caused at the meeting.
  • 회의에서 제가 혼란을 드려서 죄송합니다.

A: I’m sorry about missing your birthday party.

B: It’s okay, don’t worry about it at all.

You heard something? — 뭔가 들었어요? (소식이나 정보를 들었는지 확인할 때 쓰는 표현)

• You heard something about the new policy changes?
  • 새 정책 변경에 대해 뭔가 들었어요?

A: You heard something? Everyone looks nervous today.

B: Apparently there might be layoffs next month.

just not this one — 이것만 빼고, 이건 안 돼 (다른 건 괜찮지만 이것만은 안 된다는 뜻)

• You can skip any class this week, just not this one.
  • 이번 주 어떤 수업이든 빠져도 되지만, 이것만은 안 돼.

A: Can I borrow any of your notebooks?

B: Sure, just not this one — I still need it.

✅ Check Yourself

Q1. She finally managed to ____ a brilliant solution during the meeting.

• come up with
• stir up
• pack up
• think about

Q2. The documentary was ____ heartbreaking stories — there was nothing cheerful about it.

• nothing but
• in the end
• on the other hand
• all wrong

Q3. Please ____ when you arrive so we can arrange everything.

• let me know
• talk to
• hear of
• have a seat

Q4. He has been ____ for over 30 years and knows every trend.

• in the business
• used to
• prepare for
• originally

Q5. She had a terrible headache and went to the sofa to ____.

• lie down
• face reality
• pack up
• have a seat

Q6. I was ____ leave when my phone rang.

• about to
• used to
• on the other hand
• I guess so

Q7. His calculations were ____ — every single number was incorrect.

• all wrong
• just not this one
• I guess so
• nothing but

Q8. You need to ____ — pretending the problem doesn’t exist won’t help.

• face reality
• think about
• stir up
• prepare for