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Saying “Just a sec” in English (beginner)
Beginner English for saying “Just a sec”. Key line: “*Just* a *sec*, *please*. I need my *keys*.”
Full script
Lin
Just a sec, please. I need my keys.
Them
Sure. Are you almost ready?
Lin
Yes, but my keys are gone.
Them
Did you check your bag?
Lin
I did. Wait, they're in my hand.
Them
Wow. That was fast.
Lin
Just a sec. Now I need shoes.
Them
Take your time. Check your feet first.
Key phrases
The lines worth keeping. Read them once before you go out.
Wait
✓ Just a sec, please.Please wait.
Casual; add please
Get keys
✓ I need my keys.Need the item.
need + thing
Check bag
✓ Did you check your bag?Ask if they checked.
check=look/check
Hand
✓ They're in my hand.Found it.
Used when looking
Quick answers
Wait: what to say in English
Say “Just a sec, please.” — please wait. Casual; add please.
Get keys: what to say in English
Say “I need my keys.” — need the item. need + thing.
Check bag: what to say in English
Say “Did you check your bag?” — ask if they checked. check=look/check.
Hand: what to say in English
Say “They're in my hand.” — found it. Used when looking.