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Calling in sick

15 phrasesAbout 4 min

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How it works

  1. 1Listen, then say it

  2. 2Tap for the meaningClick for the meaning

  3. 3Knew it or Repeat later

Then a quick check of 5 questions. Repeat later brings a phrase back at the end and tomorrow.

You'll practise

  • I'm really sorry, I'm not going to make it in today
  • My little one's poorly, so I need to stay home with her
  • I'll keep you posted about tomorrow
  • I'll log on later if I'm feeling up to it
  • I've come down with something
  • I'm feeling really rough
  • I was sick last night
  • I've got a temperature
  • I've got a stomach bug, so I'd better not come in
  • I'm still not feeling a hundred per cent
  • Do I need a doctor's note?
  • I've got a fit note from my GP
  • I've been signed off for two weeks
  • Am I entitled to sick pay?
  • I've got a return-to-work meeting with my manager

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