Rank these from most to least enjoyable for you: a big wedding, a house party, a one-on-one coffee, and a work social. Why that order?

A natural way to answer

My favourite is a one-on-one coffee, because the conversation is deeper. Next would be a house party, which is relaxed and fun. A big wedding comes third, as it's enjoyable but tiring. A work social is last, because I find it harder to relax around colleagues.

Key phrases to use

• let your guard down — to relax and stop protecting yourself emotionally around someone“I only let my guard down with close friends.”
• let your hair down — to relax completely and enjoy yourself without worrying what others think“The holiday was a chance to really let our hair down.”