10 English Phrases for Business Meetings

Here are ten phrases that help you enter a discussion, clarify ideas, and close a meeting with confidence.

Phrases one through three: Shall we get started? Let me add to that. Could you walk us through it? Keep the stress on started, add, and walk.

To clarify, use: What do you mean by that? Just to make sure we're on the same page. Can we come back to that point? These phrases sound direct without sounding rude.

To close: Let's summarize the next steps. Who will take the lead on this? I'll follow up by Friday. End with a person, an action, and a deadline.