Moving in together B1
When dating turns into sharing a flat and a sock drawer.
seeing each other — casually datingYeah, we're seeing each other. (casual)
We've started dating, but it's early days. (polite)
settle down B2 — start a stable lifeA: Do you think you’ll ever settle down?
B: Maybe in a few years, but I’m enjoying my freedom right now.
Telling a mate the news
A: So you and Jess are getting a place together? I didn't realise it was that serious.
B: Yeah, we've been seeing each other the best part of two years now.
A: Fair enough. So this is you finally ready to settle down, is it?
B: Steady on. It's a one-bed flat, not a mortgage and three kids.
Sorting the practical bits
A: We've been seeing each other ages, but living together's a whole different thing.
B: It is, yeah. You reckon you're ready to actually settle down and split the bills and all that?
A: I think so. I'm just dreading the arguments over whose turn it is to do the washing-up.
B: Honestly, make a rota now, save yourself the rows later.