Accepting and refusing invitations can be tricky (= difficult). What do you say when you’re invited to a party? What do you say when you want to go and what should you say when you can’t or don’t want to? We’ll give you a few tips below!
Your friend says: ‘I’m having a party on Saturday. Can you swing by? (= Would you like to come?)
You mean: You say:
YES! | • I’d love to. Thanks! Should I bring anything?
• Sounds great! When does it start? • That’d be great! Who else is coming? • Sure, I’d like that! Thanks! • Sure, thanks for the invite! I appreciate it!
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NO. | • Thanks – I’d love to go, but I can’t. I’m going to this weekend at my sister’s. Maybe we can get together next week? • That sounds great, but I already have plans for this weekend. I’m sorry! Have fun! • I appreciate the invite, but I won’t be able to make it. I’m sorry, I’m sure it’s going to be a great party! • Thanks! I’d love to, but I can’t this Saturday. Can I take a rain check? • Thanks, but I can’t go, I’m sorry! Rain check?
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