Common Everyday Phrases

feel up to

have a yen for

easier said than done

Amy: "Arthur? Arthur, are you awake? Do you feel up to going to the store for me?"

Arthur: "Now? It's three in the morning!"

Amy: "I know, Dear, but I have a yen for some chocolate ice cream and pickles. Doesn't that sound good?"

Arthur: (trying to control his nausea) "Well, that's easier said than done, because I don't know which stores are open now. But for you, Amy, I'll try to find something. I'll be right back..."

feel up to
feel able to

have a yen for
have a craving or strong desire for

easier said than done
easier to say than to do

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