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Resigning in English (advanced)
Advanced English for resigning. Key line: “I've actually decided to *hand* in my *notice*.”
Full script
Lin
Emma, could we have a quick word? I need to talk about my notice.
Them
Sure—you're not about to tell me the coffee finally won, are you?
Lin
Not this time. I've actually decided to hand in my notice.
Them
I didn't see that coming, but thanks for being straight with me.
Lin
I really appreciate this team; it just feels like the right move now.
Them
I get it. When were you hoping to finish up and wrap things smoothly?
Lin
Ideally, in two weeks. And yes, I rehearsed this, so I'm trying not to ramble.
Them
Honestly, you nailed it—I was bracing for tears, not a rehearsed exit.
Key phrases
The lines worth keeping. Read them once before you go out.
quick word
✓ Could we have a quick word?polite way to start
softer than "talk"
Resigning
✓ hand in my noticesay you're resigning
Common in the UK; US gets it
be honest
✓ be straight with someonesay it clearly and honestly
direct but not rude
smooth finish
✓ wrap things up smoothlyleave everything in order
Often used in job handovers
Quick answers
quick word: what to say in English
Say “Could we have a quick word?” — polite way to start. softer than "talk".
Resigning: what to say in English
Say “hand in my notice” — say you're resigning. Common in the UK; US gets it.
be honest: what to say in English
Say “be straight with someone” — say it clearly and honestly. direct but not rude.
smooth finish: what to say in English
Say “wrap things up smoothly” — leave everything in order. Often used in job handovers.